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We are seeking an experienced Civil General Superintendent to lead the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of major civil construction projects. The successful candidate will oversee field operations from mobilisation through completion, coordinating supervisors, subcontractors, suppliers, plant, materials, and labour to ensure works are delivered in accordance with approved designs, specifications, programmes, and contractual requirements.

Key responsibilities will include planning and managing daily construction activities; allocating resources and monitoring productivity; coordinating earthworks, drainage, utilities, concrete, pavements, structures, and associated civil works; and ensuring interfaces between trades and project teams are effectively managed. You will review construction methodologies, resolve site issues, monitor progress against programme, and contribute to short- and medium-term planning. The role will also require regular inspections to maintain quality standards, accurate reporting of progress and costs, effective management of subcontractor performance, and close collaboration with project managers, engineers, consultants, and client representatives. A strong commitment to health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements is essential, including leading toolbox meetings, enforcing safe work practices, and addressing risks promptly.

Applicants should have substantial experience supervising large-scale civil construction projects in a general superintendent, construction superintendent, or senior site management role. Relevant experience across infrastructure, roads, utilities, earthworks, or major structures will be highly regarded. You will need strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, temporary works, quality assurance, environmental controls, and applicable legislation and standards. Excellent leadership, communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills are required, together with the ability to make sound decisions in a demanding site environment. A relevant trade, technical, or tertiary qualification, along with appropriate site-based safety credentials and a current driver’s licence, is preferred. The role may involve working across active construction sites and requires flexibility to meet project demands.

We are seeking an experienced General Superintendent – Civil to lead and coordinate civil construction activities across major infrastructure or industrial projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing site operations from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, to the required quality standards, and in accordance with approved schedules, drawings, specifications, and contractual obligations. This role will involve close collaboration with project management, engineering, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives.

Key responsibilities include planning daily and weekly construction activities; coordinating earthworks, excavation, foundations, concrete, drainage, roads, utilities, structures, and associated civil works; allocating labour, plant, materials, and equipment; monitoring productivity and progress; and identifying and resolving construction issues before they affect programme or cost. You will supervise subcontractor performance, review method statements and work permits, maintain accurate site records, and contribute to progress reporting, forecasting, and look-ahead planning. A strong focus on health, safety, environmental protection, quality assurance, and housekeeping is essential, including participation in inspections, risk assessments, toolbox meetings, and incident investigations.

Applicants should have substantial experience in a senior civil construction supervision or general superintendent position, preferably on large-scale infrastructure, mining, energy, industrial, or commercial projects. A relevant qualification in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline is desirable, together with a strong understanding of construction methods, technical documentation, quality systems, and applicable workplace regulations. You will need proven leadership and communication skills, the ability to manage competing priorities, and confidence working with diverse teams in challenging site environments. Strong organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities are essential, as is a practical, proactive approach to achieving safe and successful project delivery.