Site Manager (Fixed-term Contract)

SUMMARY:
Site Manager (Fixed-term Contract) - Midrand, Gauteng (DR Congo project) 

POSITION INFO:
Our client located in Midrand, Gauteng is seeking a motivated and experienced Site Manager to join our team for a 6- month to 1 year contract in the DRC, with a focus on solar farm construction. Our client specializes in construction, consulting services, and is expanding into the Independent Power Producer (IPP) market.

As a Site Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the successful delivery of construction projects, ensuring high standards in safety, environmental compliance, and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting project managers with work planning and organization.
• Managing the delivery of construction materials.
• Organizing staff work schedules and overseeing site operations.
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining records and preparing site reports.
• Attending site management meetings.
• Evaluating performance and providing constructive feedback.
• Resolving employee issues and disputes.
• Analyzing engineering drawings and technical documentation to guide construction processes.
• Implementing projects according to safety (ISO14001), environmental (ISO18001), quality (ISO9001), and electrical standards (IEC, IEEE, BS, SANS).
• Managing onsite project resources, including contractors, tools, equipment, and budget.
• Overseeing the project schedule to meet agreed-upon deadlines.
• Reporting project updates, milestones, and potential risks to the project manager and stakeholders, including submitting weekly and monthly reports.

• 10+ years of proven experience as a Site Manager or Site Supervisor in the HV Electrical Construction industry, with preference for candidates with solar PV construction experience.
• Strong track record in managing and supervising construction and installation projects.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive problem-solving approach.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Strong time management and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Willingness to work in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
• Valid driver’s license.