Clerk of Works Job in Kenya

 Job Title: Clerk Of Works

Hiring Organization: Anonymous
Location – Locality:
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Construction
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 07/18/2024

Location: Kitui

Our client in the Construction industry is looking to hire a CLERK OF WORKS.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring and managing the on-site construction of built asset projects; keeping in check the main contractor and sub-contractor(s) in your assigned site to ensure that every project is achieved within set timelines, at the minimum cost possible without compromising quality

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:


  • Meet operational standards by contributing construction information to strategic plans and reviews
  • Meets construction budget by monitoring project expenditures; identifying variances; implementing corrective actions
  • Accomplishes construction project results by defining project purpose and scope.
  • Leadership on site: Dealing skillfully and diplomatically by managing the requirements of a diverse range of people.
  • Approves construction projects by conducting inspections at critical phases; obtaining approvals from buyers.
  • Prevents fines and interruptions by complying with and enforcing, codes.
  • Ensuring workmanship quality and speed remain paramount to the success of all our projects
  • Dealing with the logistics of supplies
  • Scheduling sequence of works, plans for construction, accountability for provision of materials
  • Provide technical input regarding design, construction, or modifications as required
  • Liaising and working jointly with the design team and structural detailers to implement refinements
  • Enhances company’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
  • Schedule delivery of needed materials and labor requests.
  • Trouble-shoot and identify construction problems; offer timely and safe solutions.
  • Ensure project proceeds in a timely manner.
  • Manage tool and materials inventory for each project.
  • Complete necessary reports on construction progress.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Degree in Building Construction or Civil Engineering
  • 3 years’ experience
  • A thorough technical understanding of building construction materials and methods
  • Well versed in ICT -MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) both as a working and reporting tool with excellent command of oral and written English
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, codes, and other materials pertinent to construction.
  • Working knowledge of building components and systems.
  • Self-driven and proven ability to work smart and to meet deadlines without supervision
  • High degree of personal integrity
  • Possess business etiquette with a strong work ethic, high level of honesty/integrity, results-oriented, and ability to deliver under pressure

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Clerk Of Works) to humanresourcemombasa@outlook.com before 1st August 2024