Head of Site Operations & Construction at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of all construction projects, ensuring smooth functionality and implementation of operational procedures and standards.
• Develop cost-effective plans and schedules for project completion.
• Track and control construction schedules and associated costs.
• Manage direct and indirect labor deployed to construction sites, ensuring efficient allocation and use.
• Oversee machinery allocation, repair, and usage.
• Administer construction contracts and sign off on subcontractors.
• Manage procurement for materials and supplies.
• Ensure appropriate permits and licenses are obtained for all construction sites.
• Ensure all projects meet health and safety codes, environmental regulations, and building codes.
• Coordinate work of contractors and subcontractors, ensuring proper documentation.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings for compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and track policies, SOPs, and best practices for construction and project management.
• Ensure safe and clean work sites.
• Manage contract disputes and mitigate issues.
• Provide revenue, project costs, and profitability forecasts while managing the approved budget.
• Conduct regular site progress meetings and ensure compliance.
• Ensure meetings are documented, site visits are logged, and follow-up items are tracked and closed.
• Identify and manage changes in project scope.
• Identify growth, training, and development opportunities for the team.
• Hire team members in line with an approved organizational chart and salary bands, and conduct regular performance reviews.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree highly preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years of extensive experience in general management within the construction or real estate industries.
• Proven track record of successfully managing construction projects.
• Strong understanding of project management, procurement, and financial management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using technology to enhance operations and reporting.