Site Agent - Construction Industry

RPO Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Cape Town project exposure

Job summary

RPO Recruitment's client, a reputable building and civil contractor in Cape Town, is seeking an experienced Site Agent to join their team on a major project. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and materials, and ensure safety, quality, budget and programme targets are met.

Strong leadership and communication are essential for success on this role. Experience of 10+ years, MS Project proficiency, and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience as a Site Agent with a reputable construction contractor.
• Proven experience managing building and/or civil construction projects from inception to completion.
• Proficient in MS Project.
• Valid driver's licence (essential).
• Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and subcontractor management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all day-to-day site operations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and material resources.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor construction progress against the project programme and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Attend and chair site meetings.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Prepare site reports and maintain accurate project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Organisational skills

Communication

Subcontractor management

Education

National Diploma in Building

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

RPO Recruitment's client, a reputable building and civil contractor is seeking an experienced Site Agent to join their team on one of their latest projects in Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all day-to-day site operations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and material resources.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor construction progress against the project programme and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Attend and chair site meetings.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Prepare site reports and maintain accurate project documentation.

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Building or Civil Engineering or a Degree Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years' experience as a Site Agent with a reputable construction contractor.
• Proven experience managing building and/or civil construction projects from inception to completion.
• Proficient in MS Project
• Valid driver's licence (essential).
• Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and subcontractor management abilities.

Benefits:

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience and qualifications

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.