Site Supervisor

About the role

Manage daily site activities from commencement through to completion and handover. Keep the site organised, clean and accessible. Follow and maintain the construction schedule. Coordinate trades to ensure work is completed in the correct sequence and avoid delays.

Key responsibilities

• Book, coordinate and supervise subcontractors and trades including earthworks, concreting, framing, roofing, plumbing, electrical, plastering, tiling, painting, flooring, landscaping and final works
• Inspect workmanship at every stage. Ensure construction complies with approved plans, specifications, building standards and company quality requirements. Identify defects early and arrange rectification
• Ensure trades are working from the latest approved plans, engineering drawings, selections and specifications. Review drawings before construction and raise any discrepancies
• Coordinate required inspections, engineering inspections, council requirements and certification throughout construction. Ensure work is ready before inspections are booked
• Maintain a safe workplace and ensure subcontractors comply with WHS requirements, site safety procedures, SWMS and relevant legislation. Report hazards, incidents and unsafe practices
• Check that materials are delivered on time and are correct, undamaged and suitable for the job. Coordinate deliveries and storage to prevent damage or delays
• Identify additional works, discrepancies or client-requested changes. Notify the office before proceeding where approval or pricing is required
• Monitor rework, wastage, additional labour and variations to help control construction costs. Ensure subcontractors complete work in accordance with their agreed scope
• Maintain accurate site records, photos, inspection records, delivery information, trade attendance, defects and construction progress
• Conduct pre-handover inspections, coordinate final cleaning and rectification, ensure all outstanding works are completed and prepare the home for final handover

About you

• Monitor subcontractor performance, workmanship, attendance and adherence to construction schedules
• Maintain professional communication with homeowners, manage site meetings and ensure clients receive a quality finished home
• Identify construction issues early and work with relevant trades, suppliers, engineers and management to resolve them efficiently
• Ensure the property, materials, fixtures and completed works are protected from theft, damage and weather