Supervisor, Project Construction

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

The purpose of this role is to manage planned construction work, quality assurance and safety across multiple projects.

Specific Job Responsibility

Plan, implement and manage construction tasks in accordance with priorities and goals

Assign subordinates with tasks and ensure they are done to the acceptable standard

Manage and monitor subordinate’s attendance and work

Adhere to relevant safety regulations

Manage team’s performance against set targets and competencies

Ensure discipline is maintained among the team

Provide support through coaching and counsel to team to ensure improved performance levels

Lead contractor management and oversight across multiple active projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Co-manage planning and field execution activities, including scope verification, scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking.

Enforce QA/QC procedures, site inspections, and signoffs at critical milestones

Collaborate with the project controls team to maintain accurate trackers, risk registers, and project dashboards; ensure timely reporting to stakeholders.

Drive safety culture on site through daily briefings, near-miss reporting, and verification of safety compliance; escalate concerns as needed.

Any other duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Specific Competencies

Contractor management

Coordinating Tasks

Cost and Stakeholder management

Excellent knowledge in construction Practices and standards

Key Job Attributes

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent leadership skills

Systematic problem solving and decision making

Results oriented and Implementation

Good time management skills

Critical thinker

Experience required to perform in this job

At least 3+ years of proven leadership or supervisory role

5+ years of construction supervision, contractor management, QA/QC and safety on medium to large- scale projects.

Basic computer skills with experience in MS Office Suite, MS projects and AutoCAD or Civil 3D.

Ability to interpret and build according to drawings, specifications, and other documents.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

Full Grade 12 Certificate

Degree in Civil engineering or any related qualification

Member of EIZ or any recognised and registered professional body

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