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Tatu City Limited
Construction Supervisor - Civil

Tatu City Limited

Nairobi | Full Time | Real Estate

Closing in 1 week from now

Duties and Responsibilities 

On-Site Supervision & Execution Management: 

  • Provide direct, hands-on supervision of all civil and structural construction activities on a daily basis, including earthworks, foundations, reinforced concrete works, structural steel, and masonry. 
  • Manage and coordinate the daily work of multiple subcontractors and direct labor, ensuring that all teams are working efficiently and collaboratively. 
  • Monitor site productivity and progress against the weekly and daily work plans, proactively identifying and resolving any issues that may impact the schedule. 
  • Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and method statements to ensure that all works are executed correctly and in full compliance with the design. 

Quality Control & Assurance: 

  • Act as the frontline enforcer of the project's quality standards, conducting continuous inspections of workmanship and materials. 
  • Raise formal inspection requests for all completed works and coordinate with the Field Engineer and QA/QC team to ensure timely approvals. 
  • Identify and report any non-conforming works, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented and documented promptly by the contractor. 
  • Ensure that all materials delivered to the site meet the approved specifications and are stored correctly. 

Health, Safety & Environment HSE: 

  • Champion a culture of safety on-site, leading by example and enforcing all project HSE rules and regulations without compromise. 
  • Conduct daily site safety walks Toolbox Talks and ensure that all workers are equipped with the correct PPE and are following safe work procedures. 
  • Review contractor's method statements and risk assessments, particularly for high-risk activities like excavation, lifting operations, and working at height. 
  • Immediately report and respond to any safety incidents or near-misses, and assist in the investigation to determine the root cause. 

Reporting & Coordination: 

  • Prepare accurate daily and weekly site reports, detailing the progress of works, resource allocation manpower and equipment, and any delays or challenges encountered. 
  • Maintain a detailed site diary, recording all key events, instructions, and weather conditions. 
  • Liaise closely with the Structural Field Engineer to resolve technical queries and ensure that all works are approved before proceeding. 
  • Coordinate with the project surveyors to ensure that all works are set out and constructed to the correct lines and levels. 

Requirements

  • Education: A diploma or higher national diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related building trade is essential. A bachelor's degree is an advantage. 
  • Experience: A minimum of 10-15 years of direct, hands-on experience in a construction supervision role e.g., Foreman, General Foreman, Site Superintendent on large-scale building or infrastructure projects. 
  • Industry Background: Extensive experience working for a major main contractor is mandatory. 
  • Technical Proficiency: Expert practical knowledge of construction means, methods, and materials. Must have deep expertise in formwork systems, rebar fixing, concrete pouring and curing, and general construction site logistics. 
  • Drawing Interpretation: Must be highly skilled in reading and interpreting complex civil and structural construction drawings and translating them into clear instructions for the workforce. 

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