Site Manager

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily construction activities at assigned project sites.
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, artisans, labourers, and other site personnel.
• Ensure construction activities are carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, and project plans.
• Monitor project progress and ensure work is completed within agreed timelines.
• Coordinate the delivery, storage, and proper use of construction materials and equipment.
• Inspect completed and ongoing work to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Identify construction issues, delays, defects, and technical challenges and report them to management.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Review and interpret architectural, structural, and other technical drawings.
• Monitor manpower, materials, equipment, and resources to ensure efficient site operations.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, materials received, work completed, labour, and project progress.
• Prepare regular site progress reports for management.
• Ensure proper measurements and quantities are verified for completed works and contractor activities.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with agreed specifications and schedules.
• Enforce health, safety, environmental, and site security procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and toolbox meetings where required.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cost-control activities.
• Ensure construction materials and equipment are properly protected against damage, theft, or misuse.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, snagging, corrections, and project handover activities.
• Resolve day-to-day site issues and escalate major concerns to management promptly.
• Ensure the site remains clean, organized, and safe throughout the construction process.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Building Technology, Construction Management, Estate Management, or a related field.
• Proven years of relevant experience in construction site management, property development, or real estate projects.
• Proven experience managing residential, commercial, or mixed-use construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and site operations.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and construction drawings.
• Good understanding of project scheduling, quality control, and cost management.
• Strong contractor, subcontractor, and workforce management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong knowledge of construction health and safety practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Ability to prepare clear site reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple site activities simultaneously.
• Willingness to work on-site and travel to different project locations when required.
• Professional certification or membership with relevant bodies such as COREN, CORBON, NSE, or NIQS is an advantage.