Construction Supervisor

About the role
Have you been running your own business or are you just ready to get off the tools?

Barefoot Build is looking for a construction supervisor to join our small but growing team in a varied role combining site assessments, estimating, project coordination and project delivery.

The position is highly varied and sometimes mobile, with a significant part of your week spent travelling between prospective projects, active construction sites, suppliers and subcontractors across Melbourne.

We are ideally looking for a qualified carpenter or someone with a strong practical construction background who understands how buildings go together, can walk onto a site and assess what is required, and is looking to progress into a broader construction management and estimating role.

You don't necessarily need to be an experienced estimator. For the right person with strong construction knowledge, organization and communication skills, we can develop the estimating and commercial side of the role.

Duties & Key responsibilities

• Attending prospective projects to inspect and assess proposed works

• Reporting back to the project manager or Coordinator

• Measuring, photographing and documenting existing site conditions

• Helping Develop scopes of works and determining construction requirements

• Identifying labour, materials, equipment and subcontractors required to complete works

• Assisting with estimating, take-offs, supplier pricing and preparation of quotations

• Reviewing architectural and construction drawings

• Assisting and meeting with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers

• Attending active projects to inspect progress and workmanship

• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and construction activities

• Assisting with programming, procurement and project planning

• Identifying variations and additional works

• Troubleshooting construction issues on site

• Managing smaller projects from commencement through to completion

• Assisting the Project manager and coordinator with the delivery of larger projects where required

• Ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard

There may occasionally be situations where your practical carpentry skills are useful on site, however this is not primarily an on-the-tools carpentry position.

What we're looking for

This role would particularly suit an experienced Carpenter, Leading Hand, Working Foreman or Construction Supervisor who is ready to take the next step in their career.

• Trade qualification in Carpentry or significant equivalent construction experience

• Strong practical knowledge of building and construction

• Ability to inspect a site and determine what is required to complete the works

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

• Good understanding of construction sequencing and different trades

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Good communication and people skills

• Confidence dealing with clients, subcontractors and suppliers

• Good organisation and time-management skills

• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn our estimating and project management systems

• Current Victorian driver's licence

Previous estimating, project management or supervisory experience would be highly regarded but is not essential for the right person.

What we offer

• Immediate start

• Competitive salary

• Fully maintained company vehicle + Fuel card

• Laptop

• Full-time permanent position

• Variety of projects across Melbourne

• Combination of site-based and office-based work

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Opportunity to develop estimating and project management skills

• Genuine opportunity to progress within the business

• Autonomy and responsibility as your experience in the role develops

About us
Barefoot Build is a respected construction company dedicated to delivering quality projects with integrity and excellence. With a focus on customer satisfaction and sustainable building practices, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the construction industry. Our team comprises skilled professionals who are passionate about their work and committed to creating outstanding built environments. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, our commitment to safety, and our reputation for delivering projects that exceed client expectations.

Apply now
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and any industry certifications or references.

Please note: The successful candidate must have the right to work in Australia

Agency Notice: We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies, so please do not forward a resume to us if you are.