Job Description

SITE AGENT (Commercial Construction) - Western Cape
Established And Reputable Commercial Construction Firm is in need of highly efficient, pro-active and presentable Site Agent to join their dynamic team of professionals.
Competitive Salary Package on Offer which is dependant on coming with the relevant qualification and years of relevant experience
You possess proven leadership, project planning, and problem-solving capabilities together with strong communication. With extensive experience on multi-disciplinary commercial construction projects, you bring a results-driven approach to managing teams, coordinating stakeholders, and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Programme & Project Management

• Programme management and end-to-end project oversight
• Draft and maintain the overall project programme
• Issue fortnightly micro-programmes to track detailed progress
• Monitor and report on project progress (including reading/interpreting Gantt charts)
• Ensure project completion within the specified timeline
• Compile and issue bi-weekly project progress reports (internal and client-facing)

Team & Stakeholder Coordination

• Manage the full on-site project team
• Oversee sub-contractor performance and coordination
• Attend and present at site meetings with stakeholders
• Compile and issue minutes for all sub-contractor meetings
• Coordinate with the client and professional teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Approve site material and equipment orders

Site Management & Compliance

• Ensure the construction site is always presentable and well-organized
• Oversee and enforce site health and safety compliance
• Implement and monitor waste management plans
• Ensure all building work complies with industry regulations, bylaws, and issued drawings
• Direct and monitor daily site activities and progress
• Manage site-based project office administration

Documentation & Reporting

• Record site instructions and maintain accurate records
• Issue updated drawings to sub-contractors and track distribution
• Report any drawing issues or discrepancies
• Record daily quality inspections and report on workmanship
• Compile project photo library documenting construction stages
• Prepare and deliver handover documentation for the operator/client

General Administration

• Handle general office administration for the site
• Maintain organized records and documentation to support project audits and closeout

Qualification, Skills And Experience Required:
Education:

• B-Tech / BSc in Construction Management, or
• National Diploma in Building or a related field

Experience:

• 8+ Years of proven experience as a Site Agent with solid and proven commercial construction knowledge i.e. construction methods, materials, structural systems as well as finishing processes.
• 4-5 Years of direct people management experience (construction teams and sub-contractors)
• Proven pro
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary projects
• Track record of successfully delivering medium to large-scale projects (R40 million - R150 million in value)
• Sector experience must include high-end residential, commercial, and retail construction

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook
• Proven project programming proficiency gained on MS Projects and/or Candy CCS for project planning and costing
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, site set-up and logistics, health and safety compliance as well as quality control

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License
• Own reliable transport

To apply for this role, please forward an updated and detailed copy of your CV to Lameez Herborn: and Andrea Jones:

Skills Required