Dam Construction Site Supervisor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who comprehensively manages and coordinates the site, overseeing everything from construction planning to quality, safety, schedule, and budget management at dam construction sites.
Description
The dam construction site supervisor is the person responsible for overseeing the entire construction in a dam construction project. They formulate construction plans, manage schedules, quality, safety and health, and costs, and handle coordination and reporting with workers, subcontractors, designers, and clients. They perform a wide range of tasks such as arranging heavy machinery and materials, supervising surveys and tests, and responding to abnormalities, thereby supporting the development of highly public infrastructure. There is a significant amount of outdoor work, requiring the ability to adapt to changes in weather and geological conditions while prioritizing safety to advance the project.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to infrastructure aging countermeasures and strengthened water resource management. Technologies for climate change adaptation and environmentally considerate dam construction will become increasingly important in the future.
Personality Traits
Able to Make Quick Situational Judgments / Calm and Composed / Excellent Communication Skills / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Long-term Business Trips / Outdoor Work / Site Resident / Transfers Available
Career Path
Site Agent Assistant → Site Agent (Site Supervisor) → Chief Engineer → Construction Manager → Technical Manager / Project Manager → Construction Consultant
Required Skills
Basic Operation of Site Machinery / CAD Operation / Construction Plan Formulation / Cost Management / Quality Management / Safety and Health Management / Schedule Management / Stakeholder Coordination / Surveying Knowledge
Recommended Skills
BIM/CIM Utilization / Drone Surveying / Environmental Conservation Knowledge / GIS / IT Project Management Tools / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it directly relates to safety and quality. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination and reporting with various stakeholders is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To lead the site and give instructions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of long-hour outdoor work and site patrols. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and adjust schedules, materials, and personnel allocation. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to respond quickly to troubles on site. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because responsibilities are heavy and there are many trouble responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To lead and collaborate with the team. |
Related Qualifications
- Civil Construction Management Technician (1st Class)
- Civil Construction Management Technician (2nd Class)
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- Safety and Health Supervisor
- Slinging Skills Training
- Surveying Assistant
Aliases
- Dam Construction Management Engineer
- Dam Site Agent
- Dam Site Supervisor
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