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Construction Site Foreman | Building Construction

RPO Recruitment


Job Location:

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description
Our client a reputable building contractor based in Cape Town is looking for an experienced Building Site Foreman to join their team. This is a hands-on role for a seasoned construction professional with a strong background across both residential and commercial projects

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years experience as a Building Site Foreman residential and commercial experience both required
  • Relevant qualification such as a National Diploma in Building or equivalent
  • Strong working knowledge of building construction methods sequencing and site operations
  • Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Hands-on experience managing subcontractors direct labour and site teams
  • Sound understanding of health and safety legislation and its practical application on construction sites
  • A problem-solving mindset with the confidence to make decisions and take ownership under pressure
  • Valid South African drivers licence
  • Supervise and coordinate all daily site activities to ensure projects are delivered safely on programme and to the required quality standards
  • Manage site labour subcontractors suppliers and plant resources effectively and efficiently
  • Monitor construction progress against the project programme; identify potential delays and escalate proactively
  • Ensure all work is carried out in strict accordance with approved drawings specifications and company standards
  • Conduct quality control inspections and manage the snagging and close-out process
  • Coordinate material deliveries and manage site logistics to maintain uninterrupted workflow
  • Attend site meetings and provide clear accurate progress updates to project management
  • Enforce health and safety regulations rigorously and maintain a safe compliant working environment at all times
  • Assist with the planning and scheduling of construction activities across work fronts
  • Resolve site-related issues swiftly and practically to keep the project on track

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

  • Salary: negotiable.
  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today contact Meghan du Plessis and Riana Hattingh ) at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
  • You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: or email us your CV:


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RPO is a Recruitment Specialist focused on providing recruitment solutions specifically tailored to our valued clients.

RPO focuses on select market segments namely Engineering Finance Supply Chain Manufacturing Information Technology and Mining.

With over 12 years of experience in the recruitment industry RPO has access to many high-caliber candidates across various industries all accessible through our highly trained and specialised recruiters. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to bigger and better career paths.