Construction Manager - SACPCMP at West Coast Personnel

• A senior opportunity is available for an experienced Construction Manager with strong roofing project experience to take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple construction projects across Cape Town.
• This is a hands-on leadership position suited to a technically strong construction professional who can manage projects from initial planning through to final handover, lead Project Managers and site teams, control budgets and resources, manage subcontractors, maintain client relationships, and ensure projects are completed safely, profitably and to the required quality standards.
• The successful candidate will report directly to senior executive management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction and roofing projects simultaneously.
• Develop and manage construction programmes, schedules and project deadlines.
• Oversee Project Managers, Site Supervisors, subcontractors and site teams.
• Review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and contract documentation before commencement.
• Allocate labour, plant, equipment and other resources across projects.
• Monitor project progress against programme, budget and contractual requirements.
• Identify potential delays and implement appropriate recovery plans.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, workmanship, productivity and compliance.
• Coordinate activities between construction, design, procurement and commercial teams.
• Manage subcontractor performance, productivity and quality.
• Resolve technical, operational and construction-related challenges.
• Manage snag lists, completion documentation and final project handovers.
• Ensure accurate and complete project records and documentation are maintained.

Roofing Project Management

• The position requires practical and management-level experience within the roofing sector, including exposure to:
• Commercial roofing projects.
• Industrial roofing projects.
• Residential roofing projects.
• Roofing systems and installation methods.
• Roofing materials and associated construction requirements.
• Roofing subcontractors and installation teams.
• Site measurements, sequencing and installation planning.
• Quality control, snagging and defect management.

Commercial & Cost Management

• Monitor project budgets, expenditure and gross profit.
• Control labour, material, equipment, plant and subcontractor costs.
• Compare actual project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Identify potential cost overruns and implement corrective action.
• Reduce material wastage and improve resource utilisation.
• Monitor project profitability throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Approve project expenditure within delegated authority.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable Occupational Health and Safety requirements and Construction Regulations.
• Ensure project-specific Health & Safety files and documentation are maintained.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections.
• Monitor employee and subcontractor compliance.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective measures.
• Ensure required permits, inspections and statutory documentation are in place.
• Stop unsafe work where necessary.

Quality Management

• Monitor workmanship and installation standards.
• Conduct regular quality inspections.
• Ensure defects and non-conformances are rectified promptly.
• Manage snag lists and project sign-offs.
• Ensure projects comply with contractual specifications and agreed quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement across construction processes.

Team Leadership

• Lead and manage Project Managers and Site Supervisors.
• Mentor and develop construction personnel.
• Allocate resources according to project requirements.
• Drive productivity, accountability and performance.
• Manage subcontractor performance.
• Identify training and development requirements.
• Assist with the recruitment and selection of site personnel and subcontractors where required.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain professional working relationships with:
• Clients.
• Architects.
• Engineers.
• Consultants.
• Suppliers.
• Subcontractors.
• Attend project and client meetings, provide progress updates, and assist with resolving contractual, technical and operational matters.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Science or a related construction discipline.
• Approximately 5–10+ years' construction management experience.
• At least 5 years' experience managing multiple construction projects.
• Proven experience within commercial, industrial and/or residential roofing projects.
• Strong practical knowledge of roofing systems, materials and installation methods.
• Experience managing Project Managers, Site Supervisors, subcontractors and construction teams.
• Strong project planning and scheduling ability.
• Proven budgeting, cost-control and project-profitability experience.
• Sound knowledge of South African building regulations.
• Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements and Construction Regulations.
• Strong contract administration and project documentation skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and relevant project scheduling software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly between construction sites.

Advantageous

• SACPCMP registration or eligibility for registration.
• SAMTRAC or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.

Ideal Candidate
You will be:

• A strong construction leader who can manage several projects simultaneously.
• Technically competent within roofing and general construction.
• Commercially aware and confident managing budgets and profitability.
• Strong in planning, scheduling and resource allocation.
• Practical and decisive when resolving site challenges.
• Confident managing subcontractors and demanding performance.
• Comfortable dealing with clients and professional teams.
• Quality-driven and safety-conscious.
• Comfortable working between the office and active construction sites.

Key Measures of Success

• Projects delivered on time.
• Projects completed within budget.
• Project profitability.
• Health & Safety compliance.
• Quality and defect levels.
• Labour productivity.
• Material wastage.
• Subcontractor performance.
• Client satisfaction.
• Efficient project close-out and handover.