If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the construction industry, then the role of construction supervisor might be for you. As a construction supervisor, you will play an important role in completing large-scale building projects, ensuring that they are completed safely, within budget, and on time.

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Electrical Construction Supervisor

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 5 years

As an Electrical Supervisor, you will oversee the safe and efficient delivery of electrical works for the Decarbonisation project, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards. Using your mining construction expertise, you will support contractors, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive project success. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders to build strong relationships and drive the successful delivery of key responsibilities, including: Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage multiple contracting companies and projects on-site Review and approve Contractor Inspection and Test sheets Conduct punch list walkdowns and manage isolation requirements Interpret and review project drawings and documentation Liaise with Superintendents, Site Teams, Contractors, and Stakeholders Work closely with Commissioning teams for handover and SIMOPS Conduct Field Leadership activities and ensure compliance with BMS obligations Maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures Lead and support workforce development, training, and mentoring Ensure all activities align with safety regulations, Australian standards, and codes of practice

Construction Supervisor (Civil) (Ethylene Storage Project)

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

Daily Supervision of Civil Works: Oversee and direct all civil construction activities on-site, including excavation, foundations, concrete work, and structural elements related to the ethylene storage facility.Ensure Compliance: Ensure that all construction activities are carried out in accordance with design specifications, technical drawings, and relevant codes and standards.Quality Control: Conduct inspections of ongoing work to ensure quality standards are met, addressing any issues promptly to avoid delays.HSE Compliance: Implement and maintain safety procedures on-site, ensuring strict compliance with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) regulations. Proactively address safety concerns to minimize risks.Coordination with Contractors: Liaise with contractors and subcontractors to ensure their work is aligned with the project schedule and quality requirements. Address any discrepancies and provide guidance when needed.Work Progress Monitoring: Track daily work progress and provide regular updates to the site manager and project management team. Ensure that deadlines are met and identify any potential delays early on.Material Management: Ensure the correct use and timely availability of construction materials, coordinating with procurement teams for material delivery and storage.Problem Solving: Resolve any on-site issues that may arise during construction, including technical or logistical challenges, in collaboration with engineers and other relevant parties.Reporting: Prepare daily and weekly progress reports, including updates on work performed, manpower, and any safety or quality concerns.Team Leadership: Provide direction and supervision to site workers, ensuring efficient and productive work. Foster a positive and safe working environment.Reporting: Provide daily/weekly/monthly updates on progress and areas of concerns to PMT. Timely and accurate reporting to PMT is essential.

Sr. Logistics Supervisor (w/m/d)

Location: München

Branche: Information Technology

Expertise: Transport & Logistics

Experience: 2 years

Überwachung der Lagerbetriebsabläufe, einschließlich der Einstellung und Schulung von Mitarbeitern, Bestandsverwaltung und Abfallentsorgung Planung und Umsetzung strategischer Initiativen zur Steigerung von Produktivität, Effizienz oder anderer Leistungskennzahlen Mitarbeiterführung durch Schulung in effektiven Arbeitsgewohnheiten und Leistungstechniken zur Zielerreichung Überwachung der Lagerbestände und Abstimmung mit der Planung, um benötigte Materialien rechtzeitig zu beschaffen Koordination mit anderen Abteilungen, um sicherzustellen, dass Bestellungen korrekt und pünktlich ausgeführt werden Überprüfung von Bestandsaufzeichnungen, um den Materialfluss in Bezug auf Import-/Export-Compliance nachzuverfolgen Meldung von Problemen bei der Qualitätskontrolle oder den Versandverfahren an das Management

Senior Construction Manager (m/w/d)

Location: Karlsruhe

Branche: Renewable Energy

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 2 years

Steuerung und Überwachung von Bauprojekten im Bereich Straßenbau, Kanalbau und sonstiger Infrastrukturmaßnahmen Erstellung von Projektplänen, Zeitplänen und Budgetvorgaben Vorbereitung und Einreichung von Genehmigungsunterlagen bei Behörden Kommunikation und Verhandlungen mit Behörden und öffentlichen Einrichtungen zur Sicherstellung aller erforderlichen Genehmigungen Einhaltung rechtlicher Vorgaben und baurechtlicher Bestimmungen Auswahl, Beauftragung und Steuerung von externen Dienstleistern und Subunternehmen Überwachung der Leistungen hinsichtlich Qualität, Terminen und Kosten Sicherstellung der Einhaltung von Arbeitssicherheits- und Umweltstandards Regelmäßige Kontrolle des Projektfortschritts und Erstellung von Statusberichten für interne und externe Stakeholder Identifikation und Management von Risiken sowie Erarbeitung von Lösungsvorschlägen bei Problemen Enge Zusammenarbeit mit internen Fachabteilungen wie Planung, Einkauf und Qualitätsmanagement sowie Abstimmung mit Architekten, Ingenieuren und Bauleitern

Construction Manager Verfahrenstechnik (w/m/d)

Location: Wuppertal

Branche: Life Sciences

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 1 years

Zu Ihren Aufgaben gehört die Sicherstellung, dass alle Apparate und Maschinen im Anlagenbereich sicher, gesetzes- und vorschriftenkonform sowie kostenoptimal betriebsfähig der chemischen Produktion bereitgestellt werden können Darüber hinaus erarbeiten Sie nachhaltige Reparaturkonzepte, inklusive Kosten- und Terminplanungen Auch die Durchführung von Schadensanalysen und die Entwicklung von Konzepten zur Optimierung der Anlagenverfügbarkeit fällt in Ihren Aufgabenbereich. Sie werden nach Einarbeitung größere sowie komplexere Neubau- und Instandhaltungs-Projekte im Anlagenbereich koordinieren

Shift Supervisor

Location: Mississauga

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 5 years

Carries overall supervisory responsibilities for the on-shift operators, including performance management and capability development, scheduling, and effective administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement Promotes safe, respectful behaviours and attitudes and ensures safety and environmental performance standards are met. Maintains Emergency Response capabilities of the Area Team and acts as the On Scene Commander for Emergency Response Leads and/or participates in Incident Investigations Monitors and optimizes operations for production, quality targets, and efficiency. Responsible to meet the production plan Assesses and manages risks associated with people, processes and equipment. Escalate risks where appropriate. Responds to community concerns/complaints and informs the appropriate regulatory body as required Facilitates communication within the plant. Communicates with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, seeking assistance from other resources as required Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

Civil Supervisor

Location: Perth

Branche: Infrastructure

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 3 years

Key Responsibilities: Proven experience as a Civil Supervisor in subdivision and road infrastructure projects. Strong knowledge of earthworks, drainage, pavements, and utility installations. Ability to read and interpret construction plans, schedules, and specifications. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Commitment to safety, quality control, and meeting project deadlines.

Construction Superintendent

Location: Bagdad

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 4 years

Responsible for day-to-day support of the Owner's team construction including execution planning, phasing, constructability reviews, and continuing throughout the execution and commissioning phases of the project. Particular emphasis to be on jobsite health and safety, environmental protection and labor relations of major mining and metallurgical process facilities projects. The scope of this position includes all aspects of project construction supervision from planning stages through field execution and commissioning activities, with hand-off to the site operations team for beneficial operation. Reports to the Project Construction Manager.

Civil Supervisor

Location: Melbourne

Branche: Infrastructure

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 2 years

Position: Civil Supervisor - Subdivisions Supervise crews in either earthworks or drainage Ensure site safety and environmental compliance Manage sub-contractors Work closely with the Project Manager and Construction Manager

Senior Subsea Construction Engineer

Location: Doha

Branche: Conventional Energy

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 5 years

This job/ position requires contribution into key aspects of Qatar Energy LNG Repair of Subsea Pipelines and sleepers project. Senior Construction Engineer has a significant impact on COMPANY subsea pipelines safe and reliable operation to ensure continued offshore gas availability with no outages due to installation and integrity aspects.Experienced and self-motivated Senior Construction Engineer with extensive knowledge in Construction, installation and repair methods of Subsea pipelines for brownfield Oil & Gas / offshore / Subsea /facilities.Senior Construction Engineer shall have the construction capabilities to manage the construction phase and provide support to other disciplines/company assets.Provide inputs to engineering for Detailed Engineering studies.Propose various solutions related to pipeline engineering and review technical/construction documents to ensure compliance with drawings, design and company specifications and standards. Senior Construction Engineer have good knowledge of various Subsea pipeline repair works.This Senior Construction Engineer (Subsea/Marine), Scope includesEnsure compliance with COMPANY systems and processes including the Project Management System (PMS) and maintains support and adoption of all processes. Prepare plans and work schedules that ensure effective completion of projects.Assist PMT in meeting PMS expectations requirements in terms of Construction.Support Constructability Reviews, Brownfield Planning & Verification Checklist & Site Verification Exercise.Review construction work plans, pre-task planning and method statements to ensure comprehensive safety and feasibility for the Subsea pipeline repair Project.Provide company representation in monitoring contractor’s construction-related activities.Reports activities, progress and areas of concern to Project Manager. Participates in appropriate weekly staff meetings.Monitor, manage and influence the activities of contractors performing construction work to ensure compliance with project objectives and contractual requirements.Ensure construction plans are developed in accordance with COMPANY, RLII, RLIII & AKG rules, regulations, and standards and permit to work procedures as applicable.Report and record potential change order requests to assist in claims avoidance.Apply quality management approach to ensure projects are executed in conformance with the established technical requirements and comply with QA/QC expectation.Manage fabrication-shop activities and methodologies.Apply and capture Brownfield project execution lessons learned & best practices. Prepare and follow up approvals of Construction Interface Agreements and eMOCs.Monitor construction and execution phase, confirm mechanical completion activities MAC, safety, and readiness to commence Commissioning PSSR, Start-up and Hand Over.Develop and implement plans to ensure that the handover of facilities takes place in a timely and effective manner to support safe and productive operations.Review and manage criteria for the fabrication and field erection sequences with respect to construction safety in general and SIMOPS in particular.Assess, implement and evaluate contractors construction techniques and adequacy of Contractors SHE or Safety Plan and Project Quality Plan.Manage offshore Shutdown and Non-Shutdown-based construction. Manage plant Shutdown and Non-Shutdown-based construction.Lead the preparation, understand and challenge the schedule estimate basis and assumptions.Define the activity breakdown level appropriate to the project phase and location (Shutdown and offshore).Analyze schedule and identify critical path. Analyze schedule and identify & develop mitigation or special schedule allowance or reserve against risks, uncertainties or constraints (heat index, offshore bad weather, site access etc.). Coordinate to benchmark against historical data & industry norms.Review FEED and construction deliverables and studies to support the development and/or understanding of subsea pipelines Project.Ensure full compliance to QG construction and system completion procedures.Determine Shutdown requirements for repair scopesEnsure the Shutdown durations are minimized by providing innovative solutions in pipeline repair executions.Review and approval of permitsInvolve in incident investigations. Analyze and draw conclusions from incident, near miss information, KEI, RA, and RCFAs etc. Performs Management of Change reviewsParticipate in design and SHE reviews (DRA, HAZOPs, HAZIDs, risk assessments) and verify related risk and reliability, Construction/installation issues are closed out.

Construction supervisor job role 

Construction supervisors are responsible for overseeing construction sites, managing workers, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. They typically work closely with architects, engineers, and other professionals to ensure that the construction project meets the required specifications and regulations.

Construction supervisor responsibilities 

As a construction supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of a construction project, including:

  • Ensuring that workers comply with safety regulations

  • Managing project timelines and budgets

  • Reviewing blueprints and technical drawings

  • Collaborating with architects, engineers, and other professionals

  • Working closely with project managers to plan site work

  • Conducting site inspections

  • Managing construction equipment and materials

  • Resolving disputes and issues that arise during the project

Offshore construction supervisor 

An offshore construction supervisor is a specialised role that involves managing construction projects that take place on offshore oil rigs or other offshore installations. Offshore construction supervisors need to have specific knowledge and skills related to working in a marine environment, including knowledge of offshore safety regulations and equipment. Brunel offers exciting job opportunities for offshore construction supervisors too. Head over to our open vacancies to find out more.

Construction supervisor qualifications 

To become a construction supervisor, you will typically need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as construction management, civil engineering, or architecture. You may also be required to have several years of experience working in the construction industry. 

Some common qualifications for construction supervisors include:

  • Bachelor's- or Associate degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture

  • Several years of experience in the construction industry

  • Knowledge of construction site safety regulations and procedures

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Construction supervisor skills 

As a construction supervisor, you will need a range of skills to be successful in your role. Some of the key skills required include:

  • Time and project management skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Strong leadership and communication skills

  • Ability to manage complex construction projects

  • Knowledge of safety regulations and equipment

  • Ability to work effectively with a team

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions quickly

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