Site Manager: Civil and Earthmoving - Dundee, South Africa - Ikwezi Mining

Description

• Developing comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Hiring, training, and supervising site personnel, including subcontractors and laborers
• Enforcing safety regulations and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for all workers and visitors
• Monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Managing equipment, materials, and supplies to optimize efficiency and minimize waste
• Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing concerns, providing updates, and managing expectations
• Regularly reporting project status, including progress, challenges, and deviations from the plan, to stakeholders
• Identifying and resolving issues that arise during construction, such as logistical challenges, design discrepancies, or unforeseen obstacles
• Monitoring project expenses and implementing cost-saving measures to ensure the project stays within budget
• Maintaining accurate records of project activities, including daily reports, change orders, and as-built drawings
• Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and minimizing the project's impact on the surrounding ecosystem
• Resolving conflicts or disputes that may arise among team members, subcontractors, or other stakeholders

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field is often required
• 7 to 10 years of experience in construction management, with a focus on civil engineering and earthworks projects
• Proficiency in construction methods, earthworks techniques, and civil engineering principles
• Familiarity with relevant software such as AutoCAD, project management tools, and scheduling software
• Strong leadership and management skills to effectively lead and motivate a diverse team of workers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members
• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities effectively. Attention to detail is critical for ensuring accuracy in project documentation and compliance with regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in construction to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel on-site
• Experience in budgeting, cost estimation, and financial management to ensure projects are completed within budget constraints
• Understanding of relevant regulations, codes, and permits related to civil engineering and earthworks projects, with a commitment to compliance
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, architects, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities, to achieve project goals
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, unexpected challenges, and evolving priorities in a dynamic construction environment