Site Agent - Gauteng

Respected national construction company has vacancies for highly skilled and experienced Site Agents / Construction Managers to oversee the day-to-day operations of the slope stabilisation of a construction project.

Projects are around South Africa with current projects in Gauteng and Postmasburg (NC).

The position is a 12-month contract with the possibility for moving on to the company's future projects.

POSITION INFO :

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum BSc / B-Tech in Civil Engineering.
• Professionally registered with SACPCMP or ECSA
• A minimum of 10 years' experience as a Site Agent
• Familiarity with CGG, FIDIC, JBCC and NEC
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Knowledge of Civil Engineering Construction (Roads, Earthworks, Stormwater, Sewer and Water) and Building Works

CRITICAL EXPERIENCE :

• Computer proficiency in MS Office Package (MS Projects, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Planning, prioritising and organizing
• Costing
• Understanding of Technical Contracts
• Must be able to work under pressure and extended hours
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to interact with internal and external parties.
• Site based – ability to work away from home
• Must have own vehicle and be willing to travel in and around SA

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Project Oversight : Oversee and coordinate the implementation of all tasks.
• Safety Management : Implement and enforce company requirements and legal regulations to ensure a safe working environment. Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments.
• Resource Management : Manage equipment and materials required for the project, including placing orders, inspections, and maintaining necessary paperwork.
• Budget Management : Manage the budget and expenditures to ensure the project stays within financial constraints.
• Schedule Coordination : Schedule, coordinate, and supervise the work of all site operatives to ensure timely project completion.
• Personnel Management : Manage employees, local labour, and subcontractors, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Quality Control : Conduct inspections and quality control measures to ensure work meets project specifications and industry standards.
• Equipment Maintenance : Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
• Reporting : Provide regular progress reports to project management, highlighting achievements and addressing challenges.