Supervision and Leadership
Oversee daily activities: Manage and coordinate the work of construction crews, including skilled trades and equipment operators.
Assign tasks: Delegate responsibilities and tasks to crew members based on project plans and priorities.
Monitor performance: Review the work of the staff to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.
Train and mentor: Guide and train junior staff, apprentices, and new hires on safe work practices and job requirements.
Safety and Compliance
Enforce safety standards: Implement and enforce regulatory requirements and company health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies.
Conduct safety meetings: Deliver toolbox talks and conduct site inspections to identify and mitigate risks.
Ensure proper use of equipment: Supervise the safe operation and maintenance of tools and machinery.
Planning and Resource Management
Interpret plans: Read and understand project blueprints, sketches, and specifications to guide construction activities.
Manage resources: Order, receive, and distribute materials and equipment efficiently.
Schedule work: Create and manage daily schedules and work procedures to meet project deadlines.
Control costs: Monitor and report on project time, equipment, materials, and expenditure to keep the project within budget.
Communication and Reporting
Liaise with management: Report work progress and any issues that arise on the site to the Construction Manager.
Communicate with stakeholders: Effectively communicate with other contractors, suppliers, and project managers.
Maintain documentation: Ensure all required documentation, including progress reports and personnel training records, is completed and submitted.