Construction Site Supervisor

Supervise the daily delivery of civil construction projects, including road construction and rehabilitation, pavement preparation and resheeting, earthworks, drainage and culvert installation. Coordinate workers, subcontractors, plant and materials to complete works safely, efficiently and in accordance with project drawings, specifications, quality requirements and agreed programs.

Key responsibilities

Plan and coordinate site activities

Plan, coordinate and schedule daily and weekly construction activities to meet project milestones and make effective use of labour, plant and materials.

Organise the procurement and delivery of gravel, crushed rock, pipes and other construction materials, checking quantities and coordinating deliveries with site access and storage requirements.

Coordinate the mobilisation and use of graders, excavators, rollers, loaders, water trucks and haulage vehicles.

Sequence earthworks, drainage, pavement construction and finishing activities to minimise delays and maintain productive workflows.

Monitor progress against the construction program and report resource requirements, delays and proposed corrective actions to the Director.

Supervise workers and subcontractors

Oversee and direct construction workers, plant operators, truck drivers and subcontractors, allocating duties and communicating daily work priorities.

Provide practical supervision of roadworks, excavation, drainage installation, pavement preparation, grading, compaction and associated civil works.

Ensure workers understand the required construction methods, drawings, specifications and expected standards of workmanship.

Coordinate subcontractor activities and inspect completed work before subsequent construction stages commence.

Identify performance or workmanship issues promptly and arrange corrective action, guidance or additional training where required.

Manage site safety and environmental requirements

Implement and enforce company safety procedures, project safety plans, Safe Work Method Statements and site-specific controls.

Conduct site inductions, daily prestart discussions and toolbox meetings, ensuring workers understand hazards and their responsibilities.

Check that workers hold appropriate licences, competencies and authorisations for their assigned tasks.

Monitor plant prestarts, safe operating practices, excavation controls, underground service identification, traffic management and interactions between workers and mobile plant.

Identify hazards, address unsafe practices and report incidents, near misses and corrective actions.

Implement environmental controls, including erosion and sediment management, dust suppression, spill prevention, vegetation protection and buffer zones around retained trees.

Interpret plans and maintain construction quality

Review and interpret civil engineering drawings, specifications, survey information and construction requirements, and communicate these clearly to site personnel.

Inspect works to verify alignment, levels, dimensions, drainage grades, pavement thicknesses and general compliance with project requirements.

Ensure construction complies with applicable codes, standards, regulations, permit conditions and client specifications.

Coordinate inspections and testing, including compaction testing and checks required by project Inspection and Test Plans.

Maintain quality records, identify non-conforming work and organise corrective actions.

Identify discrepancies between drawings and actual site conditions and seek clarification before proceeding with affected work.

Coordinate with clients and technical professionals

Liaise with the Director, client representatives, engineers, surveyors, subcontractors, suppliers and other relevant professionals to support project delivery.

Clarify technical requirements, site constraints and construction methods, referring design changes and matters outside delegated authority to the appropriate person.

Coordinate site inspections, survey set-out and technical input as required.

Communicate access requirements and construction activities to relevant stakeholders, including road users, adjoining landholders and public authorities where applicable.

Report variations, unforeseen ground conditions and changes in scope to the Director, supported by accurate site records.

Lead site communication and resolve issues

Conduct regular site meetings to communicate progress, upcoming activities, safety matters, quality requirements and delivery schedules.

Maintain clear communication between workers, subcontractors, suppliers, management and client representatives.

Resolve day-to-day construction issues, resource conflicts and coordination problems within delegated authority.

Escalate significant safety, technical, contractual or personnel matters promptly to the Director.

Maintain daily site records covering labour, plant usage, material deliveries, completed quantities, weather conditions, delays and instructions.

Assist with final inspections, defect rectification, site reinstatement and project handover.Coordinates and schedules construction activities, including the delivery of materials and equipment to site

Oversees and directs construction workers and subcontractors

Implements and enforces safety protocols and procedures on construction sites

Reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications, and inspects construction sites to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations

Collaborates with Architects, engineers and other professionals involved in the construction process

Conducts regular site meetings to communicate project progress and address any concerns, and resolves any issues or conflicts that arise