Construction Manager

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee site production, quality control and contractor coordination. This role is suited to a hands‑on construction professional who can drive programmes, manage resources and maintain high standards of quality, safety and productivity.

Key responsibilities

• Manage construction activities in line with project programmes, budgets and deadlines.
• Break project timelines into weekly or monthly deliverables and monitor progress.
• Drive site production to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Communicate programme changes and project challenges to the Contracts Manager.
• Order and inspect materials to ensure the correct quantity and quality are delivered timeously.
• Monitor material wastage, preliminary and general costs.
• Manage owned and hired plant in accordance with company procedures.
• Conduct daily quality and progress inspections of subcontractor work.
• Complete quality‑control checklists and maintain project quality standards.
• Compile and report weekly snag lists.
• Conduct concrete test cube procedures where required.
• Identify and appoint subcontractors according to project requirements and timelines.
• Allocate daily work to subcontractors and monitor their performance.
• Assess subcontractor work for payment purposes based on quality and progress.
• Supervise casual employees and maintain relevant wage registers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised construction site.

Required profile

• Grade 12 qualification.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Construction Manager or site management position.
• NTC certificate and a building industry trade qualification (advantageous).
• Technical knowledge of the building industry, including NHBRC standards and procedures.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong planning, organising and coordination skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word