Manufacturing

Clerk Of Works

Daystar University·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
ManufacturingFull TimeContract
-Closes Oct 31, 2026

Purpose of the Job:

Reporting to the Senior Campus Administrator - Facilities, the successful candidate shall provide on-site technical supervision and quality control of construction, renovation, and maintenance works, ensuring projects are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, workmanship standards, and safety regulations.

Requirements

  • Higher Diploma/Ordinary Diploma in Building Construction, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a Clerk of Works, site supervision, or construction inspection role.
  • Sound knowledge of building materials, construction methods, and workmanship standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and engineering drawings
  • Good understanding of occupational health and safety practices on construction sites.
  • Strong attention to detail, observation, and reporting skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with contractors and consultants.
  • Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of site documentation/reporting tools is an advantage.
  • Membership in the relevant professional bodies will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise day-to-day construction, renovation, and maintenance works on site to ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and contract terms.
  • Inspect materials and workmanship to confirm they meet required quality standards before and during installation.
  • Monitor contractors' and artisans' work progress against project schedules and flag delays or deviations.
  • Maintain a daily site diary/log recording activities, materials delivered, weather conditions, workforce numbers, and any issues encountered.
  • Identify defects, poor workmanship, or non-compliance and report/escalate promptly to the Senior Campus Administrator - Facilities Management.
  • Verify quantities and quality of materials delivered to site against orders/specifications.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, legal and ecological requirements are observed on site by all workers and contractors.
  • Take measurements and prepare progress reports, photographs, and documentation for ongoing works.
  • Liaise with contractors, consultants, architects, and engineers on technical site matters.
  • Assist in verifying contractor claims/valuations against actual work done on site
  • Support snagging/defects-liability inspections at project handover.
  • Ensure proper use, security, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and materials on site
  • Implementing change initiatives to achieve desired business plans and culture.
  • Ensuring consistent Christian behaviour in line with the university's vision.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDDiploma
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At a glance

Company

Daystar University

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

October 31, 2026

Created

October 15, 2026