Clerk of Works Job in Kenya (Kshs 50K - 80K)

Clerk of Works

Salary: 50K- 80K

A Deposit Taking Microfinance which is rapidly expanding and is looking for a clerk of works

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Clerk of Works is responsible for ensuring high standards of quality control are maintained through monitoring of construction, contract progress, procedures, workmanship, schedules and the overall job safety and also effective coordination between the contractor, the consultants and the management.

Desired Education Skills and Experience

The candidate should be: -

• Age: Between 25 to 35 years of age,
• Academic Qualifications: Minimum Higher Diploma in Building & Civil Engineering Technology from a recognized institute (e.g. Kenya Polytechnic or equivalent) with a broad based back ground in construction.
• Computer Literacy: Arch cad at least 2 years’ experience. Advantageous programs: Microsoft Excel, MS Project
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in construction industry preferable, at least 1 year of which were mandatory site work.
• Interprete Architectural, structural, mechanical drawings ETC.
• Prepare Day to day and monthly program of all works.
• Attend site meetings, keep minutes of meetings and records.
• Closely liaise with Architects, Structural & Mechanical Eng for details.
• Oversee the safety and quality of work on site. Ensure work is carried out to the Architect’s design specification, standards and schedule.
• To attend various meetings and submit written progress reports.
• Checking that all work meets contractual and legal requirements.
• To assist in the review of plans, specifications, and designs submitted by contractors, architects, or engineers.
• Inform the Contractor, the Architect and the Project Manager of work not conforming to contract drawings or documents.
• Inspect quality of materials delivered to Site and report to Architect.
• Inform Architect of any discrepancies in drawings or Bills of Quantities.
• To be responsible for continuous inspection during construction and to ensure adherence to all building codes, plans, specification, and allotted budget.
• Basic skills in site Surveying and leveling.
• Ability to undertake basic in-situ tests for building materials.
• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills.
• A team player with high integrity, interpersonal and advisory skills.

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke