Site Supervisor (Construction)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Construction / Building / Civil Engineering

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on and reliable Site Supervisor to oversee daily site operations and ensure construction work runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently. In this role, you will be the primary on-site coordinator managing direct workers, subcontractors, material usage, and execution quality according to project specifications and schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Site Coordination & Supervision:

  • Supervise daily on-site construction activities, trade works, and labor deployment to ensure work aligns with approved drawings and method statements.
  • Monitor daily site progress closely and report any site bottlenecks, delays, or issues directly to the Project Engineer or Project Manager.
  • Coordinate material offloading, storage, and proper distribution to various work zones across the site.

• Workmanship & Quality Control:

  • Inspect ongoing and completed works regularly to ensure high standards of workmanship and compliance with engineering specifications.
  • Check for defects or non-compliance issues on site and oversee immediate corrective actions by subcontractors or workers.

• Site Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate daily records of site activities, weather conditions, labor headcounts, machinery deployment, and material deliveries in the Site Diary.
  • Assist in tracking site measurements and verifying daily delivery dockets.

• Safety, Health & Housekeeping:

  • Enforce strict compliance with company safety guidelines, DOSH regulations, and site safety management practices (e.g., proper PPE usage, toolbox talks, and risk controls).
  • Ensure good housekeeping and hazard-free pathways are maintained across all active work areas.

Job Requirements

• Qualifications: Minimum SPM qualification or equivalent. (Relevant technical certificates, Diplomas, or professional cards such as CIDB green cards and SiteSafety Supervisor - SSS certifications are a strong added advantage).

• Experience: Minimum 2 to 5 years of hands-on site supervision experience in building construction or civil infrastructure projects.

• Technical Knowledge:

  • Ability to read and interpret structural, architectural, and M&E drawings.
  • Good practical understanding of construction sequencing, materials, and on-site problem-solving.

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong leadership, firmness, and good communication skills to manage workers and subcontractors effectively.
  • Possesses a valid driving license and is comfortable being stationed full-time at construction sites.