Civil Supervisor / Foreman

Queensland Bridge & Civil is a Brisbane-based civil contracting company with over 25 years of experience successfully delivering projects for the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Local Government and private enterprise across South-East Queensland.

As we enter our next phase of growth, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Site Supervisor / Foreman to join our team and take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of civil construction projects from commencement through to completion.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong experience across both road and bridge construction, with an understanding of the different challenges and requirements associated with delivering these types of projects.

Reporting to the Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning, programming and coordinating day-to-day site operations to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with program requirements;
• Supervising and coordinating Leading Hands, skilled construction personnel, subcontractors and plant;
• Working closely with Site and Project Engineers and the wider project team throughout the construction and completion phases;
• Interpreting construction drawings, specifications and project documentation and ensuring works are constructed in accordance with approved requirements;
• Managing construction activities associated with roadworks, drainage, earthworks, pavements, structures and bridge construction;
• Monitoring productivity, resources, plant utilisation and construction progress;
• Ensuring safety, environmental and quality outcomes are maintained in accordance with Company objectives, project requirements and industry best practice;
• Maintaining accurate site records, construction documentation and other required project administration;
• Identifying and addressing construction issues as they arise and working collaboratively with the Project Manager and project team to achieve practical solutions;
• Providing leadership, direction, training and development to the site workforce;
• Working collaboratively with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other project stakeholders; and
• Taking ownership of the successful delivery of your site, from mobilisation through to practical completion and handover.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in a Site Supervisor / Foreman role;
• Demonstrated experience delivering road and/or bridge construction projects, preferably with exposure to both;
• A strong understanding of civil construction methodologies and the practical requirements of delivering works in a live construction environment;
• Good commercial and contractual awareness;
• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and project documentation;
• Experience with planning, programming, resource coordination and monitoring construction progress;
• A strong understanding of site safety, environmental and quality requirements;
• An ability to lead, motivate and manage a construction workforce;
• Strong communication and organisational skills;
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to construction; and
• The ability to work effectively as part of a project team while taking ownership of your area of responsibility.

Most importantly, you will be a hands-on leader who understands how to get projects completed. You will be comfortable working alongside your crew, coordinating subcontractors and plant, solving problems on site and maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, productivity and program.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a growing Queensland civil contractor where you can have a genuine impact on project delivery and continue to develop your career, we would like to hear from you.

Queensland Bridge & Civil – Where Quality Counts & Relationships Matter

www.qbcivil.com.au

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