Construction Manager/Site Agent

Introduction We are  seeking an experienced and skilled  Civil Construction Manager / Site Agent to join our team at JVZ Construction in Wellington, Western Cape. If you possess a relevant qualification (BEng / BSc / BTech / ND), a minimum of 5 years' experience in civil construction management, and strong leadership skills, we encourage you to apply  Duties & Responsibilities Duties & Responsibilities1. PLANNINGDraw up contractual program in conjunction with QS, according to strategy.Check availability of materials on Bulk Orders at commencement of contract.Program and monitor activities on weekly basisRieview planning/progress daily (review meeting).Evaluate progress on monthly basis to plan for requirements.Evaluate and arrange wayleaves and permits timeously.Report progress and resources at monthly site meeting.Report deviations and problems in program timeously.Plan, Organise and Maintain Site Camp.2. MAN-MANAGEMENTIdentify labour requirements according to program and recruit timeously.Structure teams and allocate responsibilities.Evaluate personnel and identify training needs.Take disciplinary measures when required.Do in-house training of sub-ordinates and students.Apply safety rules and procedures and report monthly.Terminate labour contracts timeously.Make necessary transport arrangement for personnel.Arrange security and watchmansResponsible for team building and inter personnel relationships on site.Hold IR meetings when necessary to avoid potential problems.Responsible for Housekeeping and furniture on living-out contracts.Responsible for daily Health and Safety implementation.3. PLANT MANAGEMENTIdentify requirements according to weekly program.Determine best method of operation to suite conditions.Evaluate process regular to check method of operation.Report downtime & accidents.Ensure correct utilization of plant.Plan & ensure availibility of plant for maintenance purposes.Ensure correct recording of machine hours and fuel issues.Protect company assets.Maintain company image regarding plant.Determine allowed kilometers per LDV for approval by Divisional Manager and enforce.Management/Control of small plant damages. (Prevent damages)4. MATERIAL MANAGEMENTOrder materials and fuel timeously according to program and bulk orders.Limit MOS to 10 % of certificate.Allocate responsibilities for receiving, storage and loss control of materials and control regular.Submit samples to RE for approval timeously. (>10 working days).Arrange testing and recording of results.Communicate test results with Devisional Manager.Comply with company administration standards for ordering, receiving and documentation of material.Purchase of small tools. (Including managing of purchased items)Re-use of small tools5. COST MANAGEMENTEvaluate cash flow from contractual program. (re-program).Determine team size and production tempo's for activities.Check survey sheets for accuracy.Finalise quantities with QS on BOQ item sheet (Harde Blaaie).Process and forward order, delivery notes and fuel issues according to company standards.Report monthly on actual/allowable variances.Communicate correct cost codes to supervision for use on time cards and fuel issues.Accurate measurement and planning of MOS.6. CONTRACTUAL MANAGEMENTComply with contractual obligations.Determine quality standards for project.Communicate standards to responsible persons.Monitor and ensure standards are upheld, including necessary testing and quality control and submit to RE timeously.Identify and record claims timeously and report to Divisional Manager.Hold monthly safety meeting and report.Delegate responsibilty for plan register & revisions.Check available number of survey beacons or benchmarks to ensure continuity and accuracy of setting out work.Confirm and report the accuracy of existing services, benchmarks and survey information to RE and report discrepancies.Compile daily diary with RE approval.Protect company against unnecessary claims.Ensure correct line of communication with Engineers are established on site.7. PUBLIC RELATIONSEnsure Healthy relationships with Engineers, Client and Suppliers.Notify residents timeously of any disruptions.Ensure visitors reception is in place. (Site Clerk). Desired Experience & Qualification Qualifications:BEng / BSc / BTech / ND in Civil Engineering or Construction ManagementExperience:Minimum 5 years in construction management on civil projectsKey Requirements:ECSA or SACPCMP registration (preferred)Proficient in MS Office and project management software (MS Project)Strong knowledge of construction methods (SANS 1200/GCC)Proven civil construction project management experience (Bulk water and - sewer,pipelines, earthworks, concrete works ,roads)Excellent leadership and communication skills (English/Afrikaans)Valid driver's license