Job Description

Job Title:

Civil Foreman - Roadworks

Department:

Construction / Site Operations

Reports To:

Site Engineer / Construction Manager

Job Summary:

The Civil Foreman (Roadworks) is responsible for supervising and coordinating road construction activities, including earthworks, sub-base, asphalt paving, drainage, and related works. The role ensures that all tasks are completed on time, within quality standards, and in compliance with safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Supervision:

Supervise daily roadwork activities including excavation, grading, sub-base preparation, asphalt laying, and compaction. Assign work to skilled and unskilled laborers, equipment operators, and subcontractors. Monitor progress and ensure adherence to project specifications and drawings.

Quality Control:

Inspect workmanship and materials to ensure compliance with project and industry standards. Coordinate with site engineers and QA/QC team for testing of materials (asphalt, aggregates, soil compaction). Rectify non-conformities and implement corrective measures.

Resource Management:

Ensure proper use of manpower, equipment, and materials. Monitor availability of machinery (graders, rollers, pavers, etc.) and request support when required. Prevent wastage of materials and resources.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

Enforce site safety rules and ensure workers use proper PPE. Identify potential hazards and take preventive measures. Report accidents or near misses immediately to management.

Coordination & Reporting:

Communicate daily with the Site Engineer/Construction Manager about site progress and challenges. Keep daily site records of manpower, equipment usage, and completed works. Assist in preparing daily and weekly progress reports.

Qualifications & Skills:

Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent technical qualification (preferred). Minimum

5-7 years of experience

in road construction projects (earthworks, asphalt paving, drainage, utilities). Strong knowledge of roadwork construction methods, equipment, and quality standards. Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications. Leadership and team supervision skills. Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
Job Type: Full-time