Company Description

IOTA GROUP is recruiting an experienced Site Manager for a leading international engineering and construction group, to lead and coordinate diaphragm wall construction on a project in Navegantes, Brazil. The role involves full on-site execution, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, technical, and scheduling standards on a large-scale, complex infrastructure project.

Job Description

The Site Manager will be responsible for the full on-site execution of the works, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, technical, and scheduling requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Site Management & Coordination

• Lead all on-site diaphragm wall construction activities.
• Supervise crane operators (Liebherr 8130, Liebherr 875, Stein grab), excavation teams, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with surveyors to ensure accurate panel positioning, depth, and verticality.
• Ensure proper sequencing of panel excavation, reinforcement cage installation, and concreting operations.
• Liaise with client representatives and engineering teams.

Technical Supervision

• Ensure compliance with project specifications and method statements.
• Validate excavation tolerances (depth, alignment, verticality).
• Monitor slurry management and trench stability.
• Review daily reports and technical logs.
• Support troubleshooting in case of geotechnical or mechanical issues.

HSE Management

• Enforce strict compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Ensure risk assessments and method statements are properly applied.
• Promote a strong safety culture on site.

Planning & Reporting

• Monitor daily progress and ensure alignment with the project schedule.
• Coordinate equipment and workforce allocation.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation measures to avoid delays.

Equipment & Logistics

• Oversee proper use and maintenance of cranes and diaphragm wall equipment.
• Coordinate logistics for materials, reinforcement cages, bentonite/slurry systems.
• Ensure operational readiness of heavy machinery.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in deep foundations.
• Proven experience as Site Manager or Construction Manager on diaphragm wall projects.
• Experience on large-scale infrastructure or geotechnical projects.
• International experience is a strong asset.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of diaphragm wall construction techniques.
• Solid understanding of geotechnical constraints and trench stability.
• Ability to read and interpret structural and geotechnical drawings.
• Familiarity with heavy lifting and crane operations.

Language

• Fluent in English (mandatory).
• Portuguese is a strong plus.

Additional Information

• Start Date: Immediate
• Assignment Duration: 3 months
• Working Days: 6 days per week
• Location: Navigantes, Brazil