Job Title: Foreman
Organisation: Graphic Systems Uganda Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Director
About Organisation:
Graphic Systems (U) Ltd. is amongst the largest printing & packaging companies in East Africa. The Company was established over 25 years ago. It employs over 350 permanent staff, and an additional 100-150 contract labor. The Company supplies the East African market with large format (indoor & outdoor print advertising material), commercial printing (books, posters, flyers, etc.), industrial printing (labels, cartons), flexible packaging, and garmenting and promotional give away items. Click the following link to learn more about our company culture: graphicsystems-ea.com/our-culture/
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and experienced foreman to oversee the renovation and development of three distinct construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing contractors, coordinating with consultants, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Core Project Oversight
Supervise and coordinate three active construction/renovation projects:
- Warehouse Renovation: Oversee repairs to floors and windows, installation of basic electrical and lighting systems, renovation of toilet facilities, and painting of both the interior and exterior to ensure the warehouse is lease-ready.
- Apartment Renovation: Manage repainting of bedrooms, replacement of bathroom tiles and sanitary ware, and conversion of select bedrooms into kitchens.
- Warehouse-to-Apartment Conversion: Lead the transformation of a two-story, 2,200 m2 warehouse into 16-18 residential units, coordinating all aspects of design, planning, and execution.
Contractor & Stakeholder Coordination
- Identify, vet, and compile contractor bids for tendering and selection.
- Liaise and coordinate with contractors, trades (plumbing, electrical, etc.), consultants (architects, MEP engineers), and local authorities as required.
- Serve as the central point of contact between site operations and management.
Project Management & Budget Control
- Monitor and supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.
- Track and manage project budgets, ensuring expenditures remain within approved limits.
- Proactively highlight any concerns or variances in scope, cost, or timeline to the Director in a timely manner.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Residency status: Preferably Ugandan National or holder of Certificate of Residence
- Diploma or Degree, ideally in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or Architecture
- Linguistic skills: Fluent in English (Spoken & Written)
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in construction supervision, preferably across residential and commercial renovation projects.
- Strong knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and local regulations.
- Experience working with contractors, consultants, and regulatory bodies
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and project documentation.
How to Apply:
If you would like to apply for this employment opportunity, please follow the below process. Submit your CV/resume to jobs@graphicsystems-ea.com
Complete an online assessment by the deadline by following this link: Click Here
- A shortlist of candidates may then be invited for a second round of assessments.
- Once all assessments have been completed, a shortlist of candidates will be invited for an interview.
- Once the interview process is completed, the selected candidate will be sent an offer letter.
Deadline: 31st July 2025