Construction Manager
First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Tumaini Consulting scores A on the Alion truth index.
Our client is a well-established construction and engineering group with a strong presence in South Africa and a reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and construction projects. They are looking for an experienced Construction Manager to join their Cape Town team and take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects from planning and mobilisation through to completion.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional who enjoys leading site teams, managing project delivery and ensuring that projects are completed safely, efficiently, within budget and to the required quality standards.
Requirements:
- 8–10+ years’ experience in the construction industry
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in a Construction Manager or senior site management position
- Education: Degree, Diploma or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
- Strong experience managing construction projects from mobilisation through to completion
- Experience managing site teams, subcontractors and suppliers
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, programmes and project controls
- Good knowledge of construction contracts and commercial principles
- Strong client, consultant and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
- Professional registration with SACPCMP will be advantageous
Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee construction activities from project commencement through to completion
- Develop and monitor project programmes, construction schedules and delivery milestones
- Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders
- Ensure construction activities are executed according to approved designs, specifications and project requirements
- Monitor project progress, productivity and resource utilisation
- Manage labour, plant, materials and other site resources effectively
- Ensure projects are delivered within approved budgets and agreed timelines
- Monitor project costs and identify potential overruns or commercial risks
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and project specifications
- Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures
- Ensure effective project close-out, snagging and handover
Should you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please email your updated CV attached to [email protected] , alternatively contact the team on […] or visit our website, www.tumaini.co
Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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