Finishing Foreman (Fit-Out & Snagging)

You'll run the site day to day for the general building contractor in Midrand, from setting out to handover. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

You'll be based at a general building contractor in Midrand. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Run toolbox talks and support the safety officer on Construction Regulations compliance
• Check workmanship against drawings, specifications and SANS 10400
• Set out foundations, grid lines and levels with the surveyor or a dumpy level
• Chair the weekly site meeting and record actions for the principal agent
• Keep the site diary, daily labour returns and plant hours up to date
• Draw up snag lists and close them out before practical completion

• You can read architectural and structural drawings and pick up clashes
• Good with MS Project or a similar programme tool
• National Diploma or BTech in Building or Civil Engineering, or a trade background with site experience
• Code 08 licence and your own reliable transport between sites

• Surveying skills with a total station
• Worked on CIDB grade 6 or higher projects
• SACPCMP registration as a Construction Manager or Candidate

• Cellphone and laptop supplied
• Project completion bonus linked to handover date
• Site accommodation on out-of-town projects
• Vehicle allowance or company bakkie

• Mention the contract types you have worked on, like JBCC or GCC. It shows you understand claims and variations.
• A common mistake is listing only company names. Say what you built, for example "32 walk-up flats, 3 storeys".