Site Manager / Site Agent

Site Manager / Site Agent Building projects in the Southern Suburbs area Constantia and Tokai Join a growing construction company delivering premium residential, hospitality, and commercial projects across the Western Cape.

Seeking an experienced and driven Site Manager / Site Agent to oversee the successful delivery of luxury residential, boutique hotel, and commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for a hands-on construction professional who takes pride in quality workmanship, leadership, and delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations from project commencement through to completion.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site labour to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor construction progress against programme and project milestones.
• Ensure all work complies with drawings, specifications, quality standards, and building regulations.
• Maintain site health and safety compliance and enforce safe working practices.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality control checks.
• Manage procurement and material deliveries to avoid delays.
• Track project costs, labour productivity, and resource utilisation.
• Attend site meetings with clients, consultants, architects, and project stakeholders.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate project updates to management.
• Resolve on-site technical and operational challenges proactively.
• Drive a culture of professionalism, accountability, and excellence on site.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Science, or related field.
• 5years' experience as a Site Manager, Site Agent, or Senior Foreman within the construction industry.
• Proven experience on residential, hospitality, commercial, or mixed-use developments.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, quality control, and site administration.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of South African building regulations and health & safety requirements.
• Strong leadership, planning, and organisational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and construction reporting systems.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between project sites.

Advantageous

• Experience working on luxury residential homes, boutique hotels, or high-end developments.
• CCS, MS Project, or similar construction management software experience.
• SACPCMP registration or progress towards registration.

What our Client Offers

• Opportunity to work on prestigious developments across the Western Cape.
• A professional and supportive team environment.
• Competitive salary package aligned with experience.
• Career growth within a dynamic and expanding construction business.

Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Take lead and work without supervision
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and people-management skills.
• Integrity, reliability, and accountability.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional quality.