# Structural Foreman

**Company:** [DCOH](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/aKSKmu2D1bFV5enAWqkWbT.md)
**Location:** Melbourne, Australia
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** CLV

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## Description

**WHO WE ARE**

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.

With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.

Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

**WHO YOU ARE** 

This **Darwin-based role** is responsible for the planning, coordination, supervision, and delivery of structural works for a major high-rise student accommodation project.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

-   Trade qualification in Carpentry, Concreting, Civil Construction, Construction, or a related discipline
-   Minimum 5 years' experience as a Foreman, Structural Foreman, Site Supervisor, or similar role on commercial construction projects
-   Demonstrated experience delivering structural packages on multi-storey commercial or high-rise developments
-   Strong understanding of structural construction methodologies, including formwork, reinforcement, concrete, post-tensioning, and structural steel
-   Proven experience managing subcontractors, labour resources, and site productivity
-   Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, engineering details, specifications, and construction programmes
-   Strong knowledge of construction safety legislation, quality systems, and HSEQ requirements
-   Effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
-   Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to site management
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software is highly regarded

**WHAT YOU'LL DO**

-   Plan, coordinate, and supervise all structural construction activities, including concrete, formwork, reinforcement, post-tensioning, and structural steel works where applicable
-   Drive floor cycles, key milestones, and critical path activities to ensure structural programme requirements are achieved
-   Work closely with the Site Manager and Project Engineers to develop and deliver short-term and look-ahead programmes
-   Monitor progress against programme and proactively identify and address delays, risks, and productivity constraints
-   Coordinate the sequencing of structural works to support efficient handover to subsequent trades and project stages
-   Manage and coordinate structural subcontractors to ensure works are delivered in accordance with programme, quality, and safety requirements
-   Coordinate labour, plant, equipment, materials, tower crane operations, concrete pours, and site logistics to maintain productivity and workflow
-   Conduct pre-pour inspections, manage quality hold points, and ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality documentation, and inspection records are maintained
-   Inspect structural works to ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications, engineering requirements, and construction tolerances
-   Identify and resolve defects, non-conformances, and quality issues, ensuring timely rectification and close-out
-   Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all structural works activities
-   Ensure compliance with DCOH HSEQ procedures, Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), permits, and project-specific safety requirements
-   Conduct regular site inspections, safety observations, and toolbox meetings
-   Develop effective working relationships with project teams, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and key stakeholders
-   Mentor and support Leading Hands and site personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement

**WHAT’S NEXT**

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.