Construction Supervisor / Foreman

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description

Job Summary
Role Purpose: The Construction Supervisor will be responsible for the day-to-day on-site supervision and coordination of construction activities on residential developments, with a particular focus on multi-storey projects. The role ensures that all construction works are completed on time, within scope, and to the required quality standards, while strictly adhering to approved drawings, specifications, building regulations, and health and safety requirements.
This position plays a critical role in maintaining construction quality, monitoring productivity, managing labour and subcontractors, and ensuring that site operations run efficiently and safely.
Key Performance Areas & Responsibilities
Construction Supervision & Site Management
Oversee and coordinate all on-site construction activities to ensure progress aligns with the approved construction programme
Conduct setting out of works in accordance with approved plans and site benchmarks
Review daily construction activities and monitor productivity against targets
Identify potential delays or issues and implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines
Planning & Reporting
Prepare and manage weekly construction programmes
Report on site progress, labour productivity, and material usage
Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs and progress updates
Quality Control & Compliance
Ensure all work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, and statutory requirements
Perform regular quality control inspections and audits across all trades
Ensure that quality standards are maintained throughout the construction process
Inspect and verify the quality of materials delivered to site before use
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
Enforce compliance with health and safety regulations, site rules, and company policies
Ensure subcontractors and site personnel adhere to safety standards and safe work practices
Conduct regular safety checks and address non-compliance immediately
Labour & Subcontractor Management
Manage site labour, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure productivity and quality standards are met
Coordinate subcontractor activities to ensure smooth workflow and minimise downtime
Monitor workmanship and performance, addressing issues promptly
Minimum Requirements
Experience & Qualifications
Proven experience as a Construction Supervisor on multi-storey residential developments (essential)
Strong understanding of building methods, construction sequencing, and quality standards
Solid knowledge of building regulations and health & safety requirements
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and people-management skills
Excellent organisational and planning ability
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance
Ability to work under pressure and meet construction deadlines
Clear communication skills with the ability to coordinate across multiple teams
Additional Requirements
Must reside in the KZN North Coast or Durban area
Must have own reliable transport
Willingness to work on-site and manage multiple trades
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1638965
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R42,000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned