Lead Wet Trades Foreman For Residential Construction

Remote Construction Foreman

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Construction Foreman to oversee and coordinate construction site activities, primarily for projects located in and around Bloemfontein. While the role is remote, you will be the crucial link between the project management team and the on-site workforce. You will utilize advanced communication tools and digital platforms to ensure safety, quality, and progress meet project objectives. This pioneering position offers a unique opportunity to apply your practical construction knowledge in a flexible, remote setting, driving efficiency and adherence to standards without the daily commute, supporting the delivery of key construction initiatives in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Remotely supervise and coordinate daily construction activities, ensuring adherence to project schedules and plans.
• Conduct virtual site inspections and quality checks, documenting findings and addressing deviations.
• Ensure strict compliance with all health and safety regulations, reporting any incidents or hazards promptly.
• Communicate effectively with on-site teams, subcontractors, and project managers through various digital channels.
• Manage the allocation and utilization of labor and equipment on-site, reporting on resource status.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, progress updates, and material usage.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Foreman or in a similar supervisory role within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, techniques, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using digital communication tools, project management software, and mobile reporting applications.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications accurately.
• A commitment to safety and quality, with the ability to manage teams remotely and foster a productive work environment for projects near Bloemfontein.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary reflective of remote supervisory capabilities.
• Fully remote working arrangement providing significant work-life balance.
• Stipend for home office expenses and internet.
• Opportunities to influence project execution and operational efficiency.
• Join a progressive company embracing innovative construction management practices in the Free State.

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Summary

• Perform the role of Discipline Lead (bridges) of large scale transportation projects;
• Provide technical expertise for studies, design and planning of new bridges, culverts, and other road and rail structures in accordance with relevant local and international codes;
• Conduct complex value engineering evaluations, determining alternative designs, materials, construction techniques;
• Integration with global teams and multi disciplinary leads;
• Rehabilitation and upgrading design of existing bridges and drainage structures;
• Oversee the preparation of construction drawings;
• Preparation of project specifications and contract documentation;
• Proven commitment to Quality Control Policies and Quality Management Systems;

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering;
• Postgraduate studies in structural and/or bridge engineering will be a benefit;
• Accreditation as a Bridge or Culvert Inspector will be a benefit.

Additional Information

At AECOM, we will provide voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Equal Opportunity Employment

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. We welcome all backgrounds including minorities, women, veterans, disabled, and all persons protected by law.

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