Site Engineer

Hire Resolve – Top Recruitment Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A premier recruitment agency is looking for a skilled Site Engineer in Cape Town. Ideal candidates should have a National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Building Science or Civil Engineering and 6-8 years of construction experience, including at least 3 years in a senior role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of construction regulations are essential. If you're ready for a career change, apply now via email.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Minimum of 3 years in a senior role.

Responsibilities

• Manage site teams and subcontractors.
• Prepare and maintain project targets.
• Coordinate inspections with QA/QC teams.
• Lead regular site and safety meetings.
• Update project programmes and schedules.
• Ensure teams have correct information.
• Identify and resolve technical queries.
• Prepare detailed contractor reports.
• Promote good health and safety practices.
• Manage waste and losses.
• Assist Quantity Surveyor with timely costing.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

CCS planning and estimating software

Construction Regulations knowledge

Occupational Health and Safety regulations

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Collaboration abilities

Cost control

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Building Science or Civil Engineering

Job description

Hire Resolve’s client, who offers the highest quality construction, project management and specialist subcontracting services, is searching for a Site Engineer to join their team in Cape Town.

Responsibilities

• Manage site teams by assigning specific tasks and monitoring output per section of work

• Manage subcontractors and trades on site

• Prepare, set, and maintain project targets in line with master programmes

• Coordinate and manage inspections with QA/QC teams

• Arrange and lead regular site meetings, including safety committee meetings

• Update project programmes and create short-term schedules for review by PM/CM

• Ensure production teams are working from correct and up-to-date information

• Technical Responsibilities:

  • Identify, raise, and resolve technical queries

  • Prepare detailed contractor reports

  • Establish, report, and close out non-conformances

  • Formulate and implement method statements for on-site tasks

• Health, Safety, and Environmental:

  • Maintain good housekeeping at all times

  • Promote and implement good health and safety practices

  • Manage waste, losses, and theft through regular checks

• Cost Control:

  • Place orders for approval by Site Agent, Contracts Manager, or Quantity Surveyor

  • Manage material control, including monitoring breakages and ensuring correct allocations

  • Assist Quantity Surveyor with instructions, ensuring timely costing and submission

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Building Science or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution

• SACPCMP registration is advantageous

Experience

• 6–8 years’ experience in the construction industry

• Minimum of 3 years in a senior role

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Working knowledge of CCS planning and estimating software

• Familiar with Construction Regulations and building contracts/specifications (JBCC/NEC)

• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety regulations

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Effective team leadership and collaboration abilities

• Dedicated and hardworking work ethic

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, drawings, and specifications

• Solid understanding of construction materials and building practices

• Competent in budgeting and cost control

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong communication skills

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail] or visit our website: www.hireresolve.co.za