Construction Director

# Construction Director Sasso Consulting Client Sandton Posted  2 days agoSalary

Market-related and based on experience and qualifications.##

Job Description

Role Overview The Construction Director will oversee all construction activities across multiple sites, ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to manage large, complex, multi-disciplinary construction programmes from planning through to handover.

Minimum Requirements (Non-negotiable – must meet 95% for shortlist)
Qualifications & Professional Registration Postgraduate qualification REQUIRED(e.g., MSc/MEng Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or similar)
Professional registration preferred(e.g., PrEng / PrCPM / PrQS / PMP or equivalent)
Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Project Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field(implied as prerequisite to postgraduate studies)
Experience Minimum 7 years of solid, proven construction management/director-level experience(Preferably managing large multi-million-rand projects)
Strong experience overseeing contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and multidisciplinary teams

Demonstrated success in managing complex construction programmes from inception to completion

Proven track record of managing project budgets, timelines, procurement, risk, and compliance

Experience working on projects in Gauteng will be beneficial

Technical Skills Strong understanding of construction methodologies, building regulations, health and safety standards, and compliance requirements

Ability to review technical drawings, construction schedules, BOQs, and quality standards

Expertise in risk management, cost control, contract administration, and tender processes

Proficiency in MS Project, MS Office, and construction management software

Leadership & Soft Skills Strong leadership and team-management capability

Excellent communication and stakeholder management

Ability to make high-level strategic decisions under pressure

Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills

Highly organised, analytical, and deadline-driven

Key Responsibilities Lead and direct all construction activities across multiple project sites

Oversee planning, scheduling, resourcing, and execution of projects

Ensure all projects meet safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

Manage budgets, cost controls, procurement, and project financial performance

Drive contractor and subcontractor performance

Resolve technical, operational, and commercial challenges

Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders

Conduct progress reviews, issue logs, risk assessments, and quality audits

Provide high-level reporting to executive leadership

Ensure handover documentation, snag lists, and final completion are effectively managed
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