Construction Foreman at Smart Partners

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Job Summary

• We are looking for a knowledgeable, experienced construction foreman to coordinate operations and oversee workers at our numerous building and road construction sites
• As the liaison between workers and supervisors, the foreman will be the key person in charge of overseeing the completion of the project with a keen awareness of material expenses, permits, and employee safety
• The ideal applicant will have a solid background in the field, strong leadership skills and the ability to direct the work of others and make quick decisions
• The construction foreman must be well-organized and strongly focused on safety above all and at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and ensure that all safety rules are being followed at all sites at all times
• Produce work schedules in accordance with the availability of employees, contractors and labour laws and monitor the attendance of workers
• Coordinate daily tasks according to priorities and plans, adjusting as necessary due to weather, supply delivery, and personnel
• Recruit, hire, mentor, manage and train employees and contractors
• Provide for adequate resources and staffing to meet safety needs, regulations, best practices, laws and project schedule
• Develop and oversee quality standards on all sites
• Monitor and manage project budgets on all sites
• Resolve conflicts or miscommunication that may happen on-site quickly and amicably
• Report project status to supervisors, site engineers and officials regularly.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or OND / HND / Trade Test and other relevant Certifications
• 5+ years experience as a construction foreman of building and road projects
• Extensive knowledge of construction best practices, equipment maintenance, and use, and OSH guidelines
• Understanding of use and maintenance of electrical and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read drawings, plans, and blueprints and convey this information to others
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Must have working knowledge of the safe use of tools, machinery, and equipment including training on safety gear, helmets, and procedures
• Ability to delegate responsibilities and individual projects to the workers and contractors.
• Ability to communicate and report effectively
• Aptitude in math and strong problem-solving abilities
• Good physical condition and stamina
• Fluency in English.