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Site AgentWENZ • Cape Town, City of Cape Town, South Africa
Site Agent

Site Agent

WENZ • Cape Town, City of Cape Town, South Africa
20 days ago
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Job description

Job Title : Site Agent / Junior contracts manager

Employment Type : Full-Time

Reports To : Project Manager / Contracts Manager

Overview of the Position

As a Site Agent, you will be responsible for managing daily site activities, coordinating teams and subcontractors, and ensuring that construction work is executed in accordance with project plans, specifications, and safety standards. This role is critical to maintaining site productivity, quality control, and timely delivery of construction milestones.

Purpose of the Position

To oversee and manage all on-site operations, ensuring compliance with engineering and safety standards, while maintaining cost efficiency and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Site Operations

  • Supervise and coordinate site teams and subcontractors.
  • Monitor progress against project timelines and targets.
  • Conduct regular site meetings and safety briefings.
  • Ensure site activities align with project specifications and schedules.
  • Managing and co-ordinating inspections in collaboration with QA / QC teams
  • Arrange and lead regular site staff meetings, safety committee meetings, etc.

Technical Oversight

  • Interpret and implement construction drawings and specifications.
  • Resolve on-site technical issues and escalate where necessary.
  • Maintain accurate site records and daily reports.
  • Assist in preparing method statements and risk assessments.
  • Compiling and regularly updating the project programs
  • Prepare an in-detail contractors report
  • Establish, report and close out nonconformance
  • Health, Safety & Environment

  • Enforce health and safety regulations and promote a safety-first culture.
  • Monitor site conditions and ensure compliance with environmental standards.
  • Manage site cleanliness, waste control, and security.
  • Cost & Resource Management

  • Monitor material usage and minimize wastage.
  • Assist with procurement and material orders.
  • Support the Quantity Surveyor with cost tracking and reporting.
  • Job Requirements

    Qualifications

  • National Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • Registration with SACPCMP or similar body is advantageous.
  • Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in construction, with at least 3-5 years in a Senior Site management position.
  • Technical Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience with CCS or similar construction software.
  • Knowledge of OHS regulations, NEC and JBCC contracts.
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies and materials.
  • Core Competencies

  • Leadership and team coordination.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and organizational ability.
  • Budgeting and cost control awareness.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good understanding of budgeting and cost control
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