Background

Jasbel Energy is dedicated to providing clean, sustainable, and scalable energy solutions to underserved communities. From renewable energy projects to powering industries, we are leading Africa toward a greener, electrified future.

Role Purpose

The Site Foreman is responsible for supervising and coordinating all on-site construction activities to ensure works are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in line with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards. The role oversees labour teams, subcontractors, materials, and equipment while supporting efficient project execution and site operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Diploma or Degree in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Degree qualification is an added advantage. Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Foreman on industrial, commercial, or warehouse projects. Strong understanding of warehouse construction systems, including structural steel, reinforced concrete works, industrial flooring, roofing, and cladding. Practical knowledge of construction safety, quality control, and site operations.

Key Skills & Competencies

Proficiency in computer applications and CAD software. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical documents. Strong leadership and team management skills. Good understanding of construction safety practices and HSE standards. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities on site. Excellent communication and coordination skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines. High attention to detail, professionalism, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Site Supervision & Coordination

Supervise daily construction activities including earthworks, concrete works, steel structures, roofing, cladding, and finishes. Allocate tasks to labour teams and ensure efficient workforce utilization. Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to maintain smooth site operations. Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and method statements accurately.

Quality Control

Ensure all works comply with project specifications and quality standards. Inspect completed works and coordinate correction of defects where necessary. Monitor proper use of construction materials, tools, and approved methods.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Enforce site safety regulations and compliance with OSHA and company HSE policies. Conduct toolbox talks and support hazard identification activities. Ensure proper use of PPE by all site personnel. Report and assist in investigating accidents and near-miss incidents.

Planning & Reporting

Support short-term planning and preparation of daily work schedules. Track project progress and report delays or site issues to management. Maintain daily site records including labour attendance, material usage, and site activities. Assist in preparing site progress reports.

Material & Equipment Management

Monitor material deliveries and usage to reduce wastage. Ensure proper storage and handling of construction materials. Coordinate the use and maintenance of site tools and equipment.

• Supervise daily construction activities including earthworks, concrete works, steel structures, roofing, cladding, and finishes.
• Allocate tasks to labour teams and ensure efficient workforce utilization.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to maintain smooth site operations.
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and method statements accurately.
• Ensure all works comply with project specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect completed works and coordinate correction of defects where necessary.
• Monitor proper use of construction materials, tools, and approved methods.
• Enforce site safety regulations and compliance with OSHA and company HSE policies.
• Conduct toolbox talks and support hazard identification activities.
• Ensure proper use of PPE by all site personnel.
• Report and assist in investigating accidents and near-miss incidents.
• Support short-term planning and preparation of daily work schedules.
• Track project progress and report delays or site issues to management.
• Maintain daily site records including labour attendance, material usage, and site activities.
• Assist in preparing site progress reports.
• Monitor material deliveries and usage to reduce wastage.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of construction materials.
• Coordinate the use and maintenance of site tools and equipment.

• Proficiency in computer applications and CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical documents.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Good understanding of construction safety practices and HSE standards.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities on site.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and accountability.

• Diploma or Degree in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Degree qualification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Foreman on industrial, commercial, or warehouse projects.
• Strong understanding of warehouse construction systems, including structural steel, reinforced concrete works, industrial flooring, roofing, and cladding.
• Practical knowledge of construction safety, quality control, and site operations.