·         Acting as the main technical adviser on a construction site for subcontractors, crafts people and operatives;

·         Setting out, levelling and surveying the site;

·         Checking plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations;

·         Ensuring that all materials used and work performed are as per specifications;

·         Overseeing the selection and requisition of materials and plant;

·         Agreeing a price for materials and making cost-effective solutions and proposals for the intended project;

·         Managing, monitoring and interpreting the contract design documents supplied by the client or architect;

·         Liaising with any consultants, subcontractors, supervisors, planners, quantity surveyors and the general workforce involved in the project;

·         Liaising with the local authority (where appropriate to the project) to ensure compliance with local construction regulations and by-laws;

·         Communicating with clients and their representatives (architects, engineers and surveyors), including attending regular meetings to keep them informed of progress;

·         Day-to-day management of the site, including supervising and monitoring the site labor force and the work of any subcontractors;

·         Planning the work and efficiently organizing the plant and site facilities in order to meet agreed deadlines;

·         Overseeing quality control and health and safety matters on site;

·         Preparing reports as required;

·         Resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise.