Construction Manager - SACPCMP

In brief

**Overview** This is a senior opportunity for an experienced Construction Manager with significant roofing project experience. The role involves taking overall responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple construction projects across Cape Town. It is a hands-on leadership position requiring a technically strong construction professional who can manage projects from initial planning to final handover, lead teams, control budgets and resources, manage subcontractors, maintain client relationships, and ensure projects are completed safely, profitably, and to required quality standards. The successful candidate will report directly to senior executive management. The position is advertised by West Coast Personnel. **What you will do** * Manage multiple construction and roofing projects simultaneously. * Develop and manage construction programmes, schedules, and project deadlines. * Oversee Project Managers, Site Supervisors, subcontractors, and site teams. * Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documentation before commencement. * Allocate labour, plant, equipment, and other resources across projects. * Monitor project progress against programme, budget, and contractual requirements. * Identify potential delays and implement appropriate recovery plans. * Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, workmanship, productivity, and compliance. * Coordinate activities between construction, design, procurement, and commercial teams. * Manage subcontractor performance, productivity, and quality. * Resolve technical, operational, and construction-related challenges. * Manage snag lists, completion documentation, and final project handovers. * Ensure accurate and complete project records and documentation are maintained. * Apply practical and management-level experience within the roofing sector, including exposure to commercial, industrial, and residential roofing projects. * Utilize knowledge of roofing systems, installation methods, materials, associated construction requirements, subcontractors, and installation teams. * Manage site measurements, sequencing, installation planning, quality control, snagging, and defect management related to roofing projects. * Monitor project budgets, expenditure, and gross profit. * Control labour, material, equipment, plant, and subcontractor costs. * Compare actual project expenditure against approved budgets. * Identify potential cost overruns and implement corrective action. * Reduce material wastage and improve resource utilisation. * Monitor project profitability throughout the construction lifecycle. * Approve project expenditure within delegated authority. * Ensure compliance with applicable Occupational Health and Safety requirements and Construction Regulations. * Ensure project-specific Health & Safety files and documentation are maintained. * Conduct regular site safety inspections. * Monitor employee and subcontractor compliance. * Investigate incidents and implement corrective measures. * Ensure required permits, inspections, and statutory documentation are in place. * Stop unsafe work where necessary. * Monitor workmanship and installation standards. * Conduct regular quality inspections. * Ensure defects and non-conformances are rectified promptly. * Manage snag lists and project sign-offs. * Ensure projects comply with contractual specifications and agreed quality standards. * Drive continuous improvement across construction processes. * Lead and manage Project Managers and Site Supervisors. * Mentor and develop construction personnel. * Allocate resources according to project requirements. * Drive productivity, accountability, and performance. * Manage subcontractor performance. * Identify training and development requirements. * Assist with the recruitment and selection of site personnel and subcontractors where required. * Build and maintain professional working relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors. * Attend project and client meetings, provide progress updates, and assist with resolving contractual, technical, and operational matters. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Science or a related construction discipline. * Approximately 5–10+ years' construction management experience. * At least 5 years' experience managing multiple construction projects. * Proven experience within commercial, industrial and/or residential roofing projects. * Strong practical knowledge of roofing systems, materials and installation methods. * Experience managing Project Managers, Site Supervisors, subcontractors and construction teams. * Strong project planning and scheduling ability. * Proven budgeting, cost-control and project-profitability experience. * Sound knowledge of South African building regulations. * Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements and Construction Regulations. * Strong contract administration and project documentation skills. * Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and relevant project scheduling software. * Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly between construction sites. * **Advantageous:** * SACPCMP registration or eligibility for registration. * SAMTRAC or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. **Who should apply** * A strong construction leader who can manage several projects simultaneously. * Technically competent within roofing and general construction. * Commercially aware and confident managing budgets and profitability. * Strong in planning, scheduling, and resource allocation. * Practical and decisive when resolving site challenges. * Confident managing subcontractors and demanding performance. * Comfortable dealing with clients and professional teams. * Quality-driven and safety-conscious. * Comfortable working between the office and active construction sites. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/construction-manager-sacpcmp-west-coast-personnel-1 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• Microsoft Office
• Project management
• Health and safety (OHS)

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