Job Description
Job Summary
- The Construction Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all construction activities on large-scale infrastructure or EPC projects.
- This role ensures that construction is executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with contract specifications, quality standards, and statutory regulations.
- The Construction Manager leads the on-site team, manages subcontractors, oversees resources, and ensures alignment with project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Construction Planning and Execution:
- Develop and implement construction execution plans, schedules, and methodologies.
- Monitor and manage daily construction activities to ensure alignment with project schedule and milestones.
- Oversee site mobilization, temporary works, and construction logistics.
- Ensure all work is executed according to contract documents, design specifications, and quality standards.
Site Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead, supervise, and mentor site engineers, foremen, and construction teams.
- Allocate resources effectively across disciplines and subcontractors.
- Conduct daily and weekly site meetings to review progress, address issues, and plan upcoming work.
- Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability.
Quality Assurance and Technical Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with project design, specifications, codes, standards, and client requirements.
- Oversee inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Implement corrective actions for non-conformance and maintain quality records.
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):
- Ensure full compliance with HSE policies, regulations, and best practices.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments on site.
- Promote a proactive safety culture among all personnel and subcontractors.
Cost and Resource Management:
- Monitor construction costs, productivity, and resource utilization.
- Ensure efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment to meet project budget targets.
- Support procurement and logistics teams in material planning and supply chain coordination.
Subcontractor and Stakeholder Management:
- Manage subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure performance meets contract and project requirements.
- Serve as primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities regarding construction matters.
- Resolve conflicts, technical issues, and disputes on-site in a timely manner.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly construction reports.
- Maintain site records, progress logs, As-Built updates, and technical documentation.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and professionally presented in English.
Risk Management:
- Identify construction risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Monitor site performance and implement corrective measures to prevent delays or cost overruns.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline; Master’s preferred.
- Minimum of 20 years’ experience in construction management on large-scale construction or EPC projects.
- Proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex construction activities.
- Experience in preparing and monitoring As-Built drawings, construction documentation, and technical reports.
- Familiarity with international and local construction standards, codes, and HSE regulations.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Sound commercial awareness and resource management capabilities.
- Proficient in project management and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
- Excellent command of professional and technical English for reporting and documentation.
- Ability to work under pressure and make critical on-site decisions.