Civils Construction Manager

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

3WWVVX38

Date posted:

Monday, January 12, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Market-related

SUMMARY:
Lead a long-term road infrastructure project in rural KwaZulu-Natal

POSITION INFO:

- Civils Construction Manager
  Lead a long-term road infrastructure project in rural KwaZulu-Natal
  Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal | 7AM – 5PM | Salary relative to experience
  
  About Our Client
  Our client is a construction company delivering a major road infrastructure project in KwaZulu-Natal. The business is responsible for the upgrade of a 20 km gravel-to-tar road, including large concrete bridge structures and associated civil works. This is a long-term, site-based project with a strong focus on delivery, coordination, and on-the-ground leadership.
  
  The Role: Civils Construction Manager
  The Civils Construction Manager will take full responsibility for managing and delivering a large-scale road upgrade project located approximately 50 km outside of Ladysmith. The role exists to ensure all construction activities, teams, and structures are effectively coordinated to meet an aggressive two-year completion target, within the framework of a four-year contract. This is a hands-on, site-focused role requiring strong civil construction expertise and the ability to operate in a multilingual site environment.
  
  Key Responsibilities
  
  Minimum 8 –10 years of experience managing road construction projects, including gravel-to-tar conversions
  
  Direct and oversee all on-site construction activities for the road upgrade project
  
  Manage the construction of two major concrete bridge structures
  
  Oversee the delivery of culverts and drainage infrastructure
  
  Ensure project progress aligns with the targeted two-year completion timeline
  
  Conduct and actively participate in site meetings held primarily in Zulu
  
  Coordinate daily operations between site teams and senior management
  
  Monitor construction quality, sequencing, and on-site performance
  
  About You
  
  Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification
  
  Proven experience in road construction and concrete bridge structures
  
  SACPCMP registration preferred
  
  Proficient in Zulu or Xhosa, with Zulu strongly preferred
  
  Willing and able to be based near Ladysmith for the full project duration
  
  Comfortable working in a remote, site-based environment
  
  Strong leadership and coordination skills across multi-disciplinary site teams
  
  Compensation and Benefits
  
  Competitive salary relative to experience and value
  
  Company-provided accommodation, either on-site B&B or housing in town
  
  Company bakkie available, with preference for own vehicle in exchange for a vehicle and fuel allowance

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