Gonarezhou Conservation Trust (GCT) manages Gonarezhou National Park, one of the most iconic wilderness areas in Zimbabwe. GCT works to protect wildlife, support local communities, and deliver authentic tourism experiences in a remote and unique environment. We are seeking a Construction Site Supervisor / Manager on a fixed-term, 8-month contract to provide day-to-day site leadership and technical supervision, ensuring works are properly coordinated, technically compliant, safely executed, and delivered to programme and quality.
Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Harare
- Category: Construction
- Closing Date: 2026-06-19
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and supervise day-to-day site operations, reporting to the Client and coordinating with the Architect and Engineers.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour to ensure works proceed in the correct sequence and to programme.
- Provide technical guidance on setting out, structural works, roof installation, services coordination, and finishes in line with approved documents.
- Review issued drawings and site conditions, identify discrepancies or buildability concerns, and escalate technical matters as required.
- Monitor quality of workmanship and ensure consultant inspections are arranged at key hold points; maintain site diaries, records, photographs, and issue logs.
- Support the client in reviewing progress claims, identifying variations, and tracking delivery against milestones; lead site safety, toolbox talks, housekeeping, and incident reporting; assist with snagging, practical completion, and handover.
Requirements
- Welcome: A qualification in Construction Management, Building, Quantity Surveying, Structural / Civil Engineering, or a related built-environment discipline.
- Equally welcome: Trade or technical qualifications (diploma, certificate, apprenticeship) backed by strong post-qualification site experience. Proven ability and track record will be prioritised over academic credentials; novice candidates without site experience are unlikely to be successful.
- Strongly valued: Practical skills in quantity surveying (measurement, valuations, materials control) and structural engineering (steel erection, concrete works, setting out).
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience in building construction supervision, site engineering, or construction/site management – preferably on projects involving structural steel, roof installation, concrete works, and multi-trade coordination.
- Skills and attributes: Strong site coordination and leadership; ability to interpret drawings and specifications; sound HSE awareness; good ICT and reporting skills; high integrity and sound judgement under pressure. Additional training in project management, OHS, or contract administration is advantageous.
- Availability: Continuous site-based engagement throughout the 8-month contract period.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a signed cover letter, scanned copies of academic & professional certificates together with a detailed CV to the Recruitment Office. Applications can be made on the following link forms.gle or by scanning the QR Code below.
About the Company
Gonarezhou Conservation Trust (GCT) is a key organization dedicated to the stewardship of Gonarezhou National Park in Zimbabwe. This trust is fundamentally responsible for the park's comprehensive management and governance, ensuring operations are conducted with utmost responsibility and transparency. GCT actively works to maintain the ecological integrity and biodiversity of this vital Zimbabwean wilderness area. Through efficient and effective strategies, the Trust champions sustainable conservation practices for the long-term benefit of the park and its surrounding communities.
Safeguarding Gonarezhou National Park: Conservation and sustainable management.
Website: https://gonarezhou.org/