Foreman Job at Taison Group – Construction Projects

Construction projects depend on strong supervision at the site level. Drawings and specifications may provide the technical direction, but the actual execution of the work requires someone who can coordinate workers, materials, subcontractors and equipment while keeping the project moving. This is the responsibility of the Foreman at Taison Group.

The position offers a salary of KSh 30,000 to KSh 50,000 per month and sits within the Project Management department. The Foreman reports to the Construction Project Manager and works from Monday to Saturday, or according to the working arrangement agreed with the supervisor.

The role is primarily focused on hospital construction and refurbishment projects, although residential projects may also form part of the workload when required. Because some of the projects involve live healthcare environments, the position requires particular attention to safety, cleanliness, infection control and the quality of construction work.

Keeping Construction Work Moving on Site

The Foreman is the on-site supervisory leader responsible for the day-to-day execution of construction activities. The position involves turning the project programme and technical requirements into organised daily work.

Each day, the Foreman will supervise site activities and ensure that work is carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements and samples. This requires close observation of the work as it progresses rather than waiting until a stage is completed before identifying problems.

The Foreman will allocate tasks to tradesmen, general workers and subcontractor teams. Clear allocation of responsibilities helps ensure that workers know what they are expected to accomplish and that different trades can coordinate their activities effectively.

Quality control is another important part of the position. Ongoing and completed work must be inspected to ensure that workmanship and finishing meet the required standards. Where work does not meet the specified quality, the Foreman is expected to identify it and ensure that corrections are made promptly.

Maintaining an organised site is also part of the responsibility. Materials, tools and work areas should be managed in a way that supports both safety and productivity.

Coordinating Different Trades and Activities

Construction projects involve several activities that need to happen in the correct sequence. The Foreman will implement the construction programme issued by the Construction Project Manager and monitor progress against planned activities.

Daily progress must be reported, including any delays or slippages that could affect the programme. Where progress falls behind, the Foreman will also report recovery actions and help coordinate the work needed to get activities back on track.

The role requires coordination between civil works, mechanical and electrical services, finishing activities and specialist healthcare trades. On hospital projects, this can include areas such as medical gas systems, HVAC, isolation rooms and theatres.

Coordination becomes especially important when several teams need access to the same area or when one trade's work needs to be completed before another can begin.

The Foreman will also work with the Quantity Surveyor, Site Engineer and Stores to ensure materials are called off when needed. Poor material planning can result in work stoppages, so the position requires forward planning for upcoming activities.

Planning will cover the following day as well as the following week, including labour requirements, materials, tools and access arrangements.

Construction in Healthcare Environments

Hospital construction brings additional requirements that make site supervision particularly demanding. Construction activities may take place close to clinical areas, making control of dust, movement and work zones especially important.

The Foreman will be responsible for enforcing infection prevention and control measures within hospital environments. This includes dust containment, ICRA protocols and the proper segregation of construction activities from live clinical areas.

The work therefore requires sensitivity to the environment in which construction is taking place. Cleanliness and organisation are not simply matters of appearance; they are part of maintaining appropriate conditions around healthcare operations.

The Foreman will also need to understand the requirements associated with specialist healthcare construction. Familiarity with medical gas reticulation, HVAC systems, theatres, ICUs and clean-room finishes is considered highly desirable.

This makes the position particularly relevant to a construction professional who has experience working on projects where technical requirements and environmental controls need to be closely managed.

Safety Has to Be Part of the Daily Routine

Health and safety responsibilities are built into the Foreman's everyday work.

The successful candidate will enforce Taison Group's HSE policies together with the project-specific Safety Plan. Daily toolbox talks and pre-task briefings must be conducted and properly recorded.

The Foreman will also ensure that workers use the required personal protective equipment and follow the appropriate controls for different types of work.

These responsibilities include scaffolding safety, hot-work permits, working-at-height controls and lockout/tagout procedures. The Foreman must ensure that workers understand and follow the requirements before carrying out relevant activities.

Unsafe conditions, incidents and near-misses must be reported immediately to the Construction Project Manager and HSE Officer.

The position therefore requires someone who takes safety seriously and is prepared to intervene when working practices do not meet the required standards.

The performance expectations are clear in this area. The role targets zero lost-time injuries and requires daily toolbox talks to be recorded.

Managing Materials, Tools and Plant

Construction productivity can be affected significantly by poor material control. The Foreman will receive and inspect materials delivered to site and ensure that they are properly accounted for.

Materials must be stored, handled and protected appropriately, particularly where finishes could be damaged through poor storage or careless handling.

The Foreman will also control the issuance and return of tools and small plant. This responsibility is intended to reduce wastage, damage and pilferage while ensuring that workers have access to the equipment they require.

Material requisitions should be raised in good time and aligned with the bill of quantities, construction programme and approved specifications.

This requires the Foreman to anticipate upcoming work rather than waiting until materials have already run out. Forward planning helps reduce unnecessary stoppages and supports smoother project execution.

Material wastage is also an important performance consideration, with the stated expectation of keeping wastage at no more than three percent of issued quantities.

Leading Workers and Subcontractors

The Foreman will be responsible for leading the workforce on site. This includes mentoring employees, maintaining discipline and establishing a culture focused on safety, quality and accountability.

Daily attendance, work output and timesheets for direct labour and subcontractor teams must be verified. These records are then submitted to the Project Manager and HR for processing.

Subcontractors will also require close supervision. Their performance must be monitored against their agreed scope, programme and quality requirements.

Where non-conformances occur, the Foreman will escalate them appropriately. This helps ensure that subcontracted work remains aligned with the wider project requirements.

The role therefore requires a strong leadership presence. The Foreman needs to be capable of directing a multi-trade workforce while maintaining professional relationships with workers and subcontractors.

Accurate Reporting Is Part of the Work

A construction site generates information every day, and the Foreman will be responsible for ensuring that important details are documented accurately.

Daily Site Reports will cover manpower, activities completed, materials received, plant available on site, weather conditions, delays and health and safety matters.

The Foreman will also maintain site diaries, inspection records, snag lists and as-built mark-ups. These records support the Project Manager and become important during the later stages of the project.

Reporting must be timely as well as accurate. The performance expectation is that Daily Site Reports should be submitted by 8:30 a.m. on the following day.

Weekly and monthly reporting requirements must also be met within the required deadlines.

Good documentation helps create a clear record of what has happened on site, what work has been completed and which issues may still require attention.

Supporting Inspections and Handover

The Foreman will support the Construction Project Manager during site walks and inspections involving clients, consultants and hospital facilities teams.

This requires the Foreman to understand the work taking place on site and be able to communicate effectively about progress and any issues that may arise.

As construction activities approach completion, the Foreman will participate in snagging and de-snagging. Identifying defects and ensuring that corrective work is completed is important before areas are handed over.

The position will also support commissioning and the handover of completed works.

Quality expectations are particularly important at this stage. The stated performance target is no more than five major snags per zone at handover, with zero rework in hospital-critical areas.

Technical Knowledge and Construction Experience

The position requires a bachelor's degree in Building and Construction, Civil Engineering or a related construction trade. A Grade I trade test is an added advantage.

Candidates should have solid knowledge of construction methods, materials and finishes, together with the ability to read architectural, structural and MEP drawings.

Basic knowledge of measurement, setting out and the use of survey instruments such as line, level and laser equipment is also required.

The role also calls for knowledge of relevant construction and environmental requirements, including OSHA 2007, NCA site safety requirements and NEMA environmental standards.

Experience is equally important. Candidates should have at least three years of hands-on supervisory experience as a Foreman or Site Supervisor on building construction projects.

The required experience should demonstrate the ability to deliver construction works safely, according to programme and specification while managing multidisciplinary site teams.

Communication, Planning and Personal Accountability

Construction sites can be demanding environments, so the Foreman needs more than technical knowledge.

Strong planning and coordination skills are required because several activities may need to be managed at the same time. The ability to solve problems under site pressure is also important when unexpected issues arise.

Communication is another key requirement. The position calls for clear written and verbal communication in English and Kiswahili.

Personal integrity, punctuality and accountability are also expected. Since the Foreman is responsible for monitoring workers, materials, tools, subcontractors and daily progress, reliability is important to the successful execution of the role.

Working within hospitals also requires discretion and respect. The Foreman and the site workforce must remain conscious of patients, healthcare workers and the operational environment around them.

What Success Looks Like

The performance measures for the role cover several aspects of construction delivery.

The Foreman is expected to achieve at least 95 percent completion of planned weekly activities on time. Labour productivity should reach at least 90 percent against planned man-hours, while material wastage should remain at or below three percent of issued quantities.

Safety performance is measured against a target of zero lost-time injuries, with all daily toolbox talks recorded.

Reporting is expected to be consistent, with Daily Site Reports submitted by the following morning and weekly and monthly reports delivered by their deadlines.

The position also includes a client and consultant satisfaction target, with site supervision feedback expected to average at least 4.5 out of 5.

These measures demonstrate that the Foreman's responsibilities extend beyond simply ensuring that workers are present on site. The position is concerned with the overall performance of construction activities, including programme, quality, safety, productivity, materials, documentation and stakeholder satisfaction.

A Hands-On Construction Leadership Opportunity

The Foreman role at Taison Group brings together site supervision, workforce leadership, construction coordination, safety management and quality control.

It is particularly suited to a construction professional who is comfortable working directly on site and taking responsibility for the daily progress of building works. The focus on hospital construction and refurbishment also means that the successful candidate needs to appreciate the additional requirements associated with healthcare environments.

With a salary range of KSh 30,000 to KSh 50,000 per month, the position offers an opportunity for an experienced site supervisor or Foreman to take a hands-on leadership role within construction projects.

The successful candidate will need to keep workers productive, coordinate different trades, manage materials and tools, maintain safety standards, monitor workmanship and keep accurate records. Most importantly, the Foreman will be responsible for helping ensure that projects move forward safely, efficiently and according to the required specifications.

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