Residential Site Supervisor
For over 40 years Distinctive Homes have been building homes in South Australia and earnt a reputation for quality, style, and value for money. We are family-owned, highly regarded, and committed to delivering high-quality work and exceptional customer service.
Distinctive Homes is now seeking a Residential Site Supervisor to join our team.
About the Role
Reporting to the Construction Manager, in this hands-on role you will be responsible for quality, timeliness, compliance and safety across multiple residential construction sites.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise and manage all activities on assigned sites ensuring that homes are completed on time and budget.
* Interpret building plans, drawings and specifications and ensure that all works comply with council approvals, and building codes, regulations, and standards.
* Plan, schedule, and coordinate subcontractors & suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
* Maintain quality by conducting regular quality assurance inspections and ensure that any sub-standard, defective, or non-compliant work is identified and corrected.
* Review subcontractor invoices and sign off or address.
* Prepare and maintain site records and construction programs. Monitor progress, identify and mitigate any site delays and ensure extensions of time are claimed where appropriate.
* Provide weekly progress updates to Construction Manager to facilitate progress claims.
* Consult with councils as required and ensure accurate project documentation, photos and paperwork are maintained during the building process.
* Maintain safe, clean, and compliant work sites in line with the WHS Act and OH&S requirements.
* Maintain a strong customer focus by communicating clearly and regularly with customers, providing regular updates, and managing expectations throughout.
To Be Successful for This Position You Will Have
* A minimum of 3 years' experience as a Residential Construction Supervisor, ideally in South Australia.
* Construction industry experience, preferably with a carpentry background.
* A current Building Work Supervisor License and White Card or be progressing to obtain a license.
* A South Australian Drivers Licence
* Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and engineering drawings.
* An in-depth understanding of construction processes, methods, practices, materials, and standards related to the building of residential homes.
* A sound understanding of South Australian Building Regulations, National Construction Code and Australian Standards
* Strong organisational and management skills with demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate multiple subcontractors and suppliers across multiple sites in order to achieve deadlines.
* Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship with a proactive approach to identifying defects or problems and an ability to take the necessary actions to rectify or prevent them occurring.
* Excellent communication and able to collaborate with all stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and the Distinctive Homes team.
* Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Project, and Excel in particular).
What We Offer
* Astable role in a family-owned business that values long-term team members
* A supportive, down-to-earth team environment
* Competitive remuneration package
* Company provided motor vehicle.
Apply Now
If this sound like you and you are looking for a stable, long-term role in a company that genuinely supports and values its people, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your suitability for the position.