Construction Site Foreman

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New Zealand Skills in Demand are seeking a Site Foreman for a fantastic role at a well-established facility.

Key responsibilities   

• Implement project planning, management and quality control on site to meet requirements as defined by the Project Manager

• Ensure construction programme, critical paths and key target dates are met

• Schedule and prioritise construction sequences and maintain a two-week rolling program

• Order materials required on site

• Review drawings and documentation and advise Project Manager of any missing information

• General admin such as controlling time sheets, purchase orders and inwards goods 

• Liaise with the Project Manager regarding all changes in design, scope and projects

• Monitor and enforce Health and Safety on site

• Ensure all rental equipment is accounted for along with all other tools and equipment

• Be responsible for site security and minimising theft and vandalism on site

• Liaise with relevant head office staff and village management as required

About you

• Previous experience on large commercial and residential projects in a Foreman capacity  

• Hold relevant qualifications

• Fantastic communication skills

• Strong technical ability and attention to detail

• Leadership skills and the ability to create an engaged team atmosphere

For the right candidate, salary would be between $36 - $40 per hour.  

Our client is one of New Zealand’s leading providers of retirement living options for New Zealanders. Established in Christchurch in 1984, our client draws on over 30 years’ experience to provide the best retirement living options. The company has an unprecedented reputation for providing the very best of rest home, hospital and dementia level care.