Project Assistant at Tai Talent Matters

Role Overview

Our client, Ideal Locations Ltd, operating in the construction and property development sector, is seeking a hands-on Project Assistant to support construction site supervision, quality control, contractor coordination, and progress monitoring. Reporting to the Clerk of Works, the role will help ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, workmanship standards, and health and safety requirements..

Key Responsibilities

Review construction drawings and specifications, identify discrepancies, and report non-conforming works to the Clerk of Works.

Inspect construction materials and monitor workmanship to ensure compliance with specified quality standards.

Monitor contractors and subcontractors, track construction progress against the approved work programme, and flag delays or emerging issues.

Check construction setting-out, levels, and completed works against approved drawings and requirements.

Monitor site health, safety, and environmental compliance, reporting unsafe practices and conditions for corrective action.

Maintain accurate site records, including material deliveries, inspections, tests, site instructions, workforce details, and construction progress reports.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Building Construction Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.

Minimum 3 years of hands-on, on-site construction experience.

Proven experience in site supervision, contractor coordination, materials inspection, and monitoring construction quality and progress.

Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications and identify workmanship defects or non-conforming works.

Good understanding of construction materials, setting-out, levels, contract requirements, and site health and safety practices.

Strong observation, documentation, reporting, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to identify potential site issues early and escalate matters requiring technical decisions or intervention.

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