Civil Construction Worker Supervisor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession at civil engineering construction sites that involves developing construction plans, managing safety, quality, schedules, and costs, and supervising workers and subcontractors.
Description
The civil construction worker supervisor works at construction sites for civil structures such as roads, bridges, and tunnels, develops construction plans based on design drawings, manages safety, quality, schedules, and costs, and provides instructions and supervision to workers and subcontractors. Ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations, arranges materials and heavy equipment, conducts surveying and inspections, and prepares and submits daily and weekly reports. Coordination with clients and neighboring residents, as well as responding to sudden issues, are also important duties.
Future Outlook
While demand for infrastructure aging countermeasures and disaster recovery remains stable, specialization will become even more advanced with the introduction of ICT construction and CIM/BIM.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Excellent communication skills / Has leadership / Has problem-solving ability / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Direct Commute / Flexitime / Nationwide Transfers / On-site Stationed
Career Path
Civil Worker → Assistant Supervisor → Supervisor (Chief) → Site Manager → Construction Department Manager → Independent (Civil Construction Management Consultant)
Required Skills
Basic Surveying Knowledge / Construction Drawing Interpretation / Construction Plan Preparation / Cost Management / Quality Management / Safety and Health Management / Schedule Management
Recommended Skills
BIM/CIM Utilization / CAD Operation / English Technical Document Reading / ICT Construction / Surveying Equipment Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in weather and site conditions. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential to understand schedules and construction plans and analyze issues. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to pay attention to details to ensure safety and quality. |
| Communication Skills | To collaborate smoothly with workers and related parties. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for planning and adjusting schedules, materials, and personnel allocation. |
| Problem Solving | Required to quickly resolve troubles that occur on site. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure high pressure from schedule delays, complaint handling, etc. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Coordination with workers and subcontractors is essential. |
Related Qualifications
- Assistant Surveyor
- First-Class Civil Construction Management Engineer
- Second-Class Civil Construction Management Engineer
Aliases
- Civil Construction Manager
- Site Supervisor
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