Site Agent: Luxury Village Construction Lead

Faircape; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary

Quarterly bonuses

Long-service leave

Discounted Faircom internet packages

Job summary

Faircape Life is seeking an experienced Site Agent to oversee construction, renovation and small works across three facilities—Onrus Manor in Hermanus, and Heritage Manor and Bridgewater Manor in Somerset West. The role focuses on delivering projects for Faircape's own facilities, with Monday–Friday hours and no tender work.

You will coordinate site teams, supervise subcontractors, ensure safety compliance, read drawings, and provide input on concept plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction sites from start to finish.
• Ability to read and input on drawings and plans.
• Strong knowledge of civil works and health and safety requirements.
• Experience with subcontractors, procurement, site records and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction, refurbishment and small works across residential units, healthcare centres and clubhouses.
• Manage daily site operations at Onrus Manor and oversee construction progress at Heritage Manor and Bridgewater Manor.
• Provide civil, engineering and infrastructure input on building concept plans for other Faircape facilities.
• Plan work schedules, coordinate resources and track progress against project milestones.
• Coordinate Site Foremen, site teams and subcontractors, providing practical guidance where needed.
• Inspect work against drawings, specifications and Faircape's quality standards.
• Identify delays, risks and budget variances early, and take corrective action.
• Coordinate the timely ordering and delivery of materials, tools and plant.
• Enforce Occupational Health and Safety requirements, including site inductions, safety files and valid certifications.
• Ensure plant and equipment are maintained and certified.
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports, supported by photos and schedules.
• Complete final quality checks and oversee handovers, including the resolution of snags and defects.

Skills

Site management

Reading drawings

Project reporting

Subcontractor coordination

Education

Building/Construction degree

Trade qualification

SACPCMP registration (advantageous)

Job description

Faircape Life is seeking an experienced Site Agent to oversee construction, renovation and small works across three facilities—Onrus Manor in Hermanus, and Heritage Manor and Bridgewater Manor in Somerset West. The role focuses on delivering projects for Faircape's own facilities, with Monday–Friday hours and no tender work.

You will coordinate site teams, supervise subcontractors, ensure safety compliance, read drawings, and provide input on concept plans.