Roles and duties of the site manager
A site manager is responsible for the organization, progress and quality of work carried out on a site. He/she is the main point of contact between workers and the project manager, and coordinates teams and subcontractors. Here are some of the main roles and missions of a site manager:
Prepare and organize the worksite, checking that all conditions are met and that the work complies with technical and quality requirements.
Monitor work progress and manage inventories of materials and raw materials in accordance with site schedules.
Check and supervise compliance with safety and environmental protection procedures.
Manage and supervise on-site teams, ensuring proper coordination and quality of work.
Check that plans and instructions are properly applied, and ensure that site activities run smoothly.
Monitor work and any site contingencies, and ensure that contractual deadlines and budgets are met.
Make quick, pragmatic decisions to deal with unforeseen circumstances and problems.
Report to management and customers, presenting statistics and regular progress reports.
Ensure the satisfaction of customers and partners and the successful completion of work.
Salary and career development of a site foreman / forewoman
A site supervisor's salary can vary enormously depending on a number of factors, but one thing is certain: the gross annual salary can improve from year to year. Here's a list of gross annual salaries in France according to years of experience:
0 to 2 years: From 32,000 to 42,000 euros gross per year
2 to 5 years: 42,000 to 51,000 euros gross per year
5 to 10 years: 52,000 to 63,000 euros gross per year
10 to 15 years: 65,000 to 75,000 euros gross annually
Over 15 years: 78,000 to 90,000 euros gross per year
In terms of career development, there are many possibilities for site managers. Here are five careers to consider for a future in this profession:
Construction engineer
Sales manager
Project manager
Technical manager
Construction company manager
