Site Agent

Description:

A client in the construction industry seeks to hire a qualified SITE AGENT to join their team based in Cape Town, on a fixed term contract basis.
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Title: Site Agent
Employment Type: 10 – 12 Month Contract, On-site
Work Location: Camps Bay, Cape Town


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


1. Supervision and Coordination :

• Supervise and coordinate activities of multiple subcontractors within a designated area of the construction site.
• Manage on-site subcontractor walkabouts to ensure alignment with project standards and timelines.
• Implement and manage the use of SnagR to oversee construction work effectively.

2. Project Setup and Data Management :

• Set up datum lines and centre points for first fix installation to all areas.
• Establish and manage a sequencing program to ensure all trades are aligned with the required program dates.

3. Communication and Documentation :

• Maintain effective communication with the professional team to ensure timely receipt of necessary site information through the use of RFIs.
• Ensure all communications with subcontractors are documented in writing, and meeting minutes are issued promptly.
• Follow up to ensure all subcontractors' work is adequately resourced and completed as per agreed upon dates.

4. Quality Assurance and Standards Compliance :

• Oversee the quality assurance process from the first fix to handover, ensuring all construction meets specified standards.
• Ensure compliance with construction industry regulations, health, and safety standards.

5. Safety and Risk Management:

• Monitor the project to ensure safety protocols are followed, identify, Sand rectify potential hazards, and promote a safe working environment.
• Implement safety measures and ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations on-site.

6. Budget and Timeline Management:

• Ensure that projects are executed efficiently, within the allocated budget, and according to the timeline.
• Contractual management of subcontractors to ensure all program dates are met and documentation is in order.

7. Technical Skills and Problem Solving:

• Utilise technical skills to interpret drawings and project specifications.
• Proactively identify and solve construction-related problems that may arise during the project lifecycle.

8. Staff and Resource Management:

• Manage the allocation and utilisation of resources such as materials, tools, and manpower to avoid shortages and ensure smooth project execution.
• Train and mentor junior staff and labourers, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities and ensure work is done to quality standards.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Building.
• Proven experience as a Site Agent or similar leadership role in the construction industry.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methods, techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and empower team members to achieve project goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to make timely and effective decisions under pressure.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism, with a focus on delivering superior results and exceeding client expectations.

PACKAGE & REMUNERATION:

• Compensation will be determined based on qualifications, applicable experience, and previous earnings.

Requirements:

• Supervise and coordinate activities of multiple subcontractors within a designated area of the construction site.
• Manage on-site subcontractor walkabouts to ensure alignment with project standards and timelines.
• Implement and manage the use of SnagR to oversee construction work effectively.

• Set up datum lines and centre points for first fix installation to all areas.
• Establish and manage a sequencing program to ensure all trades are aligned with the required program dates.

• Maintain effective communication with the professional team to ensure timely receipt of necessary site information through the use of RFIs.
• Ensure all communications with subcontractors are documented in writing, and meeting minutes are issued promptly.
• Follow up to ensure all subcontractors' work is adequately resourced and completed as per agreed upon dates.

• Oversee the quality assurance process from the first fix to handover, ensuring all construction meets specified standards.
• Ensure compliance with construction industry regulations, health, and safety standards.

• Monitor the project to ensure safety protocols are followed, identify, Sand rectify potential hazards, and promote a safe working environment.
• Implement safety measures and ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations on-site.

• Ensure that projects are executed efficiently, within the allocated budget, and according to the timeline.
• Contractual management of subcontractors to ensure all program dates are met and documentation is in order.

• Utilise technical skills to interpret drawings and project specifications.
• Proactively identify and solve construction-related problems that may arise during the project lifecycle.

• Manage the allocation and utilisation of resources such as materials, tools, and manpower to avoid shortages and ensure smooth project execution.
• Train and mentor junior staff and labourers, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities and ensure work is done to quality standards.

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Building.
• Proven experience as a Site Agent or similar leadership role in the construction industry.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methods, techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate, inspire, and empower team members to achieve project goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to make timely and effective decisions under pressure.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism, with a focus on delivering superior results and exceeding client expectations.

• Compensation will be determined based on qualifications, applicable experience, and previous earnings.