Clerk of Works Job in Kenya

We are a fast growing Housing Co-operative Society with a rich membership of over 1,000 members, currently running three different projects in Nairobi and Mombasa and are in the process of acquiring more.

We are looking for a dynamic, creative and self-oriented professional to fill the position of:

Clerk of Works

Ref No: COW/011

Job Summary:

Reporting to the General Manager, the person will be responsible for the day to day Management of the Society’s projects on the site.

In addition he/she is expected to give guidance to the Board on engagement of various professionals/ Contractors to undertake Society’s projects.

Main Duties:

• Ensure effective project management methodology so that projects are running on schedule.
• Ensure that professionals/contractors are using quality materials to undertake housing projects.
• Coordinate update meetings on progress of projects between the professionals and the Board.
• Ensure that developments being carried out by members are as per approved plans by the Society.
• Ensure materials used to undertake housing projects are tested and meet the required standards.

Job specification:

The incumbent will be required to possess the following qualifications, attributes and skills:

• Higher Diploma in Construction (Building and Civil Engineering Option) or Higher Diploma in Quantity Survey.
• Must have at least 5 years working experience and must make specific mention of projects undertaken individually
• Demonstrate superior understanding of various national government and local authorities’ regulatory framework and codes governing the construction industry.
• Proven hands on experience in Site management.
• Must be in possession of a valid Driving licence.
• Must be willing to take assignments within and outside Nairobi.
• Should be 35 years or above.

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of certificates to the address shown below so as to reach by 9th December 2011 .

Please indicate the job reference number on the envelope

Note: Indicate current salary on your application letter.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Head
Co-operative Consultancy Services Ltd
P.O. Box 48231-00100
Nairobi