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Qualities

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• High attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Integrity, discipline, and accountability in site operations.
• Proactive problem solver with a safety-first mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Team-oriented and motivational approach to managing site workers.
• Keen understanding of construction drawings and specifications.

Experience

• Minimum 7–10 years in general construction supervision.
• Proven record managing large-scale residential or commercial projects.
• Hands-on experience in concrete works, masonry, finishes, plumbing, electrical coordination, and mechanical installations.
• Prior experience supervising subcontractors, artisans, and casual workers.
• Familiarity with site inspections, daily work logs, and reporting procedures.
• Exposure to project scheduling and material requisition planning.

Education

• Diploma or Certificate in Building and Construction, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Additional training in Site Safety, Leadership, and Project Management preferred.
• Membership with NCA (National Construction Authority) is an added advantage.

Skills

• Site coordination and team management.
• Reading and interpreting architectural/structural drawings.
• Work scheduling and manpower allocation.
• Material planning and requisition control.
• Excellent record keeping and reporting skills.
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) awareness.
• Communication and interpersonal relationship management.

Expertise

• Supervision of all site trades ensuring timely, quality, and cost-effective delivery.
• Liaising with the Project Engineer, Site Agent, and Quality Control Officer.
• Ensuring daily adherence to construction plans, safety policies, and technical specifications.
• Monitoring progress vs. work program and reporting variances.
• Enforcing quality workmanship and preventive maintenance of tools and equipment.

Capabilities & Knowledge

• Strong technical understanding of concrete, formwork, steel fixing, block work, and finishes.
• Knowledge of construction sequencing, logistics, and productivity optimization.
• Capability to conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Ability to control material wastage and rework reduction.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV to recruitment@homesuniversal.com