Site Manager

Reports To: Project Manager

Department: Operations Department

Location: Head Office and Allocated Sites

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES & KPIS

1. Daily Site Operations & Execution 

• Direct, coordinate, and supervise all daily activities on-site from project commencement to practical completion.
• Review structural drawings, architectural blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure work is executed accurately.
• Coordinate work schedules for internal laborers, site foremen, and external subcontractors.

KPIs: 100% compliance with engineering specifications; 0% rework caused by misinterpretation of project blueprints.

2. Timeline & Schedule Management 

• Monitor construction progress against baseline project schedules; proactively identify and mitigate delays.
• Schedule trade handovers and organize daily/weekly site briefings for project teams.

KPIs: Milestone completion within ± 5 days of target schedule; daily activity log updated with 100% accuracy.

3. Material, Equipment & Inventory Control

• Requisition, inspect, and sign off on incoming building materials, tools, and heavy machinery deliveries.
• Implement strict inventory security controls on site to prevent waste, damage, or theft.

KPIs: Less than 3% material wastage rate; 0 theft or unaccounted inventory incidents.

4. Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce rigorous quality control standards across all phases (foundations, structural framing, finishing, and services).
• Coordinate site inspections with county government officials, structural engineers, and regulatory bodies (NEMA, NCA).

KPIs: Zero compliance fines or work-stop notices from regulatory authorities (NCA/County); pass rate >95% on initial quality audits.

5. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Enforce strict compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations on-site.
• Conduct mandatory daily safety toolbox talks and ensure all workers and visitors wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

KPIs: Zero lost-time injuries (LTI) or critical safety incidents on-site.

6. Team Leadership & Subcontractor Management

• Manage site crew performance, resolve daily operational conflicts, and log attendance accurately for payroll processing.
• Evaluate subcontractor performance and ensure adherence to agreed scopes of work and technical standards.

KPIs: Subcontractor scope sign-off on schedule; daily site attendance rosters submitted on time.

7. General & Other Duties

• Perform any other general duties as assigned by the supervisor or executive leadership.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION The employee’s performance will be evaluated quarterly against benchmarks issued during the formal Performance Management & Development (PMD) exercise.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, or a related field.

Accreditation: Active registration or accreditation with the National Construction Authority (NCA) is highly preferred.

Experience: 2+ years of proven hands-on experience as a Site Manager or Construction Supervisor in commercial/ residential building projects.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in interpreting architectural, structural, MEP, and engineering drawings.
• Practical knowledge of Kenyan building codes, NCA guidelines, and OHS standards.
• Basic proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Excel, or AutoCAD).

COMPETENCIES & WORKING CONDITIONS

Competencies: Strong leadership, site problem-solving skills, firm command of site safety practices, and effective communication.

Working Conditions: On-site construction environment requiring physical stamina, regular site walkthroughs, and occasional weekend supervision as project timelines dictate.