Site Supervisor - Townhouses

About the company
A well-established company in operation for over 18 years, providing end to end service for apartment projects. new townhouse developments and lifestyle villages. Specialising in completely customising services to meet customer needs.


About the role
The Site Supervisor is responsible for setting out, managing and coordinating subcontractors so the project is constructed in accordance with constructed in accordance to the company’s principals. 

Key Responsibilities for the role
• Responsible for setting, managing and coordinating the subcontractors in accordance with the following: Contract Drawings and specifications, The Construction Program, Cost budgets, The Company’s workplace health and safety Requirements and the projects Quality Assurance requirements
• Liaise with the Site Construction Manager for site establishment of the project
• Organise and supervise site survey and set out of the works
• Manage onsite staff
• Hands on Construction labour
• Liaise with Project Estimator to confirm suitable subcontractors and suppliers
• Liaise with Project Estimator to confirm correct scope for subcontractors and suppliers
• Check subcontractor and plant Hire Company Work Method Statements and safety compliance prior to their commencement on site
• Assist subcontractors in correct set out & coordination of the work
• Check workmanship quality and issue corrective actions
• Liaise with the Construction Manager for all safety matters
• Maintain daily site diary, site induction register, material delivery records, and site files
• Raise/issue/pass to Construction Mangers any RFI's, site instructions and document transmittal forms.
• Ensure drawing register is current and being used by the subcontractors
• Conduct subcontract toolbox meetings and prepare and issue minutes
• Conduct safety meetings and safety inductions
• Assist with Monthly program and provide program status reports when requested
• Report to Construction Manager and Project Manager any project variations, extensions of time or bill of quantity under or over quantity
• Assist in variation preparation and checking of subcontract progress claims
• Maintain QA records and advise and procedures for site
• Maintain monthly plant stock take and security of plant in site diary
• Authority to make use of company resources to complete the project
• Select all resources required for the project from Shed register
• Maintain site filing system and ensure the site office is kept clean and tidy
• Maintain neat & tidy site including a site amenity

Skills & experience
• Hold a Certificate IV in Building and Construction or other relevant qualification and be eligible for a QBCC Site Supervisor licence
• A minimum 5 years’ experience in the Construction industry in a similar role
• Thorough knowledge of residential and commercial construction processes and practices.
• Possess a basic level of computer literacy including the ability to use MS 0ffice.
• Knowledge of OH&S legislation and codes of practice relevant to the Construction industry.
• Ability to lead and organise the daily workforce ensuring all human resources issues are handled appropriately
• Ability to provide assistance with daily planning including reading construction plans
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Possess the ability to deal with people at all levels including strong client liaison skills
• Possess the ability to solve problems and manage conflict effectively
• Possess a positive, professional image and a customer focused and flexible approach
• Hold a current drivers licence