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General Foreman

Kerchanshe Trading PLC

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Low and Medium Skilled Worker

Construction Skilled Worker

Gelana

8 years

1 Position

2025-04-10

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2025-04-18

Required Skills

monitor construction site

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Fields of study

Building Construction & City Development

Full Time

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Job Description

Job Purpose: - A General Foreman is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing on-site construction activities. They ensure that the work progresses according to the schedule, quality, and safety standards. The General Foreman acts as a key point of contact between the Site Engineer, Construction Engineer, and the on-site workforce, facilitating seamless communication and effective implementation of project plan.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Supervision and Leadership:

  • Oversee and manage daily on-site construction activities.

  • Provide clear instructions to workers and subcontractors regarding daily tasks based on directives from the Site Engineer and Construction Engineer.

  • Ensure a safe and motivated team environment, addressing worker concerns and resolving conflicts promptly.

          2. Coordination with Site and Construction Engineers:

  • Collaborate closely with the Site Engineer to interpret technical drawings, layouts, and specifications.

  • Work under the guidance of the Construction Engineer to align on project milestones and address technical challenges.

  • Communicate any site challenges, material shortages, or delays to the Site and Construction Engineers in a timely manner.

  • Implement on-site adjustments or corrections as advised by the engineers.

    3. Planning and Resource Management:

  • Plan daily and weekly tasks in consultation with the Site Engineer to meet project timelines.

  • Ensure timely availability of materials, tools, and equipment in collaboration with the procurement team.

  • Minimize wastage of materials and resources through careful management and monitoring.

  • Anticipate potential obstacles and propose solutions to maintain workflow efficiency.

    4. Quality Assurance and Compliance:

  • Enforce adherence to project specifications and quality standards as instructed by the Site and Construction Engineers.

  • Perform regular inspections to identify defects, ensuring prompt rectification.

  • Maintain compliance with safety and environmental standards, conducting toolbox talks and promoting a safe work culture.

    5. Reporting and Documentation:

  • Check daily progress reports for submission to the Site Engineer, detailing completed work, challenges encountered, and resource usage.

  • Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and equipment usage.

  • Ensure that site logs, checklists, and other documentation are up-to-date and submitted to the engineers as required.

    6. Stakeholder Communication:

  • Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and inspectors as directed by the Site and Construction Engineers

  • Act as the primary on-site representative, ensuring consistent communication between the workforce and the engineering team.

Job Requirements

Qualification and Skills

  • Level 3/ 10+3 in Building Construction and Technology or related field of studies.

Experience: 

  • 8 years  and Above

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of construction procedures, methodologies, and equipment.

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and technical documents.

  • Proficient in managing teams and resolving on-site challenges. 

  • Excellent communication and reporting skills to collaborate effectively with engineers and workers.

How to Apply

Applicants who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria could submit detailed curriculum vitae along with supporting documents/credentials accompanied by cover letter addressing hr@kerchanshe.com  with the subject line of “General Foreman ” from April 10,2025 up to April 17,2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Fields Of Study

Building Construction & City Development

Skills Required

monitor construction site

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