Job Description

PURPOSE OF ROLE
The Construction Superintendent has overall responsibility for coordinating and integrating construction activities on site for designated areas, ensuring compliance with instructions from the Construction Manager. This site-based role focuses on successful construction delivery, adherence to departmental and company processes, and ensuring project sites comply with all legal requirements for site-based work.
The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time on-site, managing subcontractors, tracking project progress, and ensuring all construction activities align with project charter baselines and agreements.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Construction Delivery

• Manage and coordinate subcontractors across all assigned site areas
• Ensure construction activities are executed according to construction strategies and plans
• Track progress and report to Construction Manager on project execution
• Manage material distribution, storage, protection, and installation according to contractual obligations
• Coordinate commissioning activities with site Commissioning Manager
• Oversee quality assurance management and NCR close-out processes
• Verify and implement construction works progress measurement procedures

Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Compliance

• Ensure site staff compliance with Lesedi NS Health and Safety Policy and Plan
• Verify contractor Health and Safety plans align with specifications
• Conduct regular site walkabouts to ensure Health and Safety Plan compliance
• Implement Environmental Management Plan requirements and ROD/EPA compliance
• Serve as Responsible Person under OHSA act for Permit to Work procedures
• Maintain quality control standards and defect management processes

Project Administration & Documentation

• Complete project documentation during implementation phases
• Manage subcontractor construction documentation collection and review
• Maintain relations with local external organizations and statutory bodies
• Manage contractor instructions and communication through project platforms
• Input into site-based subcontractor payment claims and delivery notes
• Prepare construction documentation for final hand-over packages

Stakeholder Management

• Implement Project Industrial Relations Policy and Procedures
• Establish clear job descriptions and responsibilities for site personnel
• Attend relevant site meetings and project coordination sessions
• Manage interfaces including permits, shutdown requirements, and operational impacts
• Measure personnel performance via agreed KPIs

Responsible Person

• Application of ESKOM standards with regards to HV and other regulation.
• Oversite functions of and ESKOM RP.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Completed Responsible Person course/authorisation
• Artisan/Technician (National Certificate) + 5 years related experience including quality assurance principles, OR
• Technician (Engineering Diploma - ND) + 3 years related experience including quality assurance principles
• OHSA and Construction Regulations training
• Eligibility to become a PR CM (Professionally Registered Construction Manager)
• Minimum 2 years' experience as Construction Supervisor or related role
• Practical site construction experience

COMPETENCIES
Knowledge:

• Quality control and quality assurance principles
• Construction regulations and OHSA requirements
• Environmental management systems and compliance
• Health and safety management in construction environments

Skills:

• Proficiency in project management software (Aconex or similar platforms)
• Understanding of ERP systems (IFS experience advantageous)
• Document control and management systems
• Progress measurement and reporting techniques
• Risk assessment and management
• Subcontractor management and coordination
• Resource planning and allocation
• Performance measurement and KPI management
• Team leadership and supervision
• Conflict resolution and negotiation
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Report writing and documentation
• Meeting facilitation and participation
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

Behaviours:

• Strong leadership and people management capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
• Results-driven with focus on meeting project deadlines
• Adaptability to changing project requirements
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Professional integrity and ethical conduct

Should you not hear from us within 21 days of the closing of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.