Senior Site Agent / Contracts Manager

Introduction A leading South African construction company is seeking an experienced Senior Site Agent / Contracts Manager to join a fast-track high-rise residential development in Gauteng.

This opportunity is suited to a construction professional with extensive experience managing high-rise residential projects, preferably student accommodation developments. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the construction programme, managing site operations, coordinating subcontractors and stakeholders, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring successful project delivery within programme, budget, quality, and safety requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities Key Performance Areas

Manage the full construction programme from commencement through project completion. Drive programme milestones and achieve fast-track delivery objectives. Prepare, maintain and update CCS construction programmes. Compile and present accurate progress reports. Coordinate subcontractors and site resources. Maintain quality standards throughout construction. Monitor project costs and productivity. Maintain effective communication with the client's project management team. Manage local community relations and mitigate site disruptions. Enforce health, safety, environmental and statutory compliance. Resolve site challenges and implement practical solutions. Lead and mentor site management teams.

Behavioural Competencies

Strong leadership ability Decisive decision-making Excellent communication skills High resilience under pressure Conflict resolution skills Strong planning and organisational ability Commercial awareness Accountability Client-focused approach Problem-solving ability

Desired Experience & Qualification Education

MINIMUM BSc / BTech / National Diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related construction qualification. SACPCMP registration advantageous.

Experience

MINIMUM 10 years' experience within the building construction industry. Extensive experience managing high-rise residential developments. Student accommodation project experience highly advantageous. Proven experience as a Senior Site Agent or Contracts Manager on large commercial or residential projects. Demonstrated ability to deliver fast-track construction programmes. Strong experience managing demanding clients and multiple stakeholders. Experience managing subcontractors, site teams and community engagement. Excellent knowledge of construction planning, progress monitoring and project reporting.

Computer Software

CCS Candy Programming (Essential) Microsoft Project (Advantageous) Microsoft Office Suite

Legal Requirements

Valid driver's licence. South African citizen or valid work permit. Willing to work on-site in Gauteng. Clear criminal record.

Package & Remuneration Negotiable based on experience.

Interested? Should you not have received a response to your application within 14 days of submitting your CV, please consider your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.