Clerk of Works - Multilevel Academic Building job at KCA University (KCAU)
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Clerk of Works - Multilevel Academic Building
2026-03-04T07:23:51+00:00
KCA University (KCAU)
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FULL_TIME
Kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Education, and Training
Construction, Education, Admin & Office, Science & Engineering
KES
MONTH
2026-03-06T17:00:00+00:00
8

Job Objective

The job holder will be responsible for ensuring that construction and maintenance works undertaken by the contractor comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, safety regulations, and contractual requirements, safeguarding institutional assets and ensuring value for money at the University.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform daily site inspection of works.
  • Attend all project meetings and take minutes to confirm instructions and directions.
  • Communicate all project discussions directly to the Architect.
  • Act as liaison between the Architect and Contractor.
  • Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all materials used.
  • Review all materials before installation for compliance with approved submittals.
  • Check works and materials against specifications and Bills of Quantities.
  • Review schedules of site meetings and coordinate changes with contractor representatives.
  • Prepare detailed daily reports (workers by trade, activities, problems, discussions, accidents, weather, and progress).
  • Maintain permanent records, including correspondence, contracts, change orders, instructions, project data, samples, drawings, schedules, and payment requests.
  • Prepare punch lists, monitor completion, and follow up with the contractor and architect.
  • Maintain files on correspondence, minutes, payment applications, change orders, and close-out information.
  • Observe required tests, record and report results, and verify testing invoices.
  • Observe progress and quality of work to ensure compliance with the contract documents; notify the architect of any non-conformance.
  • Monitor construction schedule and report potential delays.
  • Review contract documents with Contractor’s superintendent; obtain interpretations from the architect and transmit them.
  • Attend meetings as directed by the Architect and report proceedings.
  • Evaluate Contractor’s suggestions and submit recommendations to the Architect.
  • Review Contractor’s completion list for Certificate of Practical Completion; inspect and forward to Architect if accurate, or return for correction.
  • Perform other project-related duties as required by the Architect.

Qualifications And Experience

  • At least a Diploma in a construction-related discipline from an accredited and recognised University.
  • Higher Diploma or Degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
  • A minimum of ten (10) years post-qualification experience.
  • Must have successfully participated in at least four building construction supervision projects of a similar nature and complexity (multilevel buildings).
  • Must be registered as a construction professional or site supervisor by the National Construction Authority (NCA).

Other Skills And Competencies

  • High integrity and professionalism.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Assertiveness and confidence in enforcing standards.
  • Good communication and report writing skills.
  • Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision
  • Perform daily site inspection of works.
  • Attend all project meetings and take minutes to confirm instructions and directions.
  • Communicate all project discussions directly to the Architect.
  • Act as liaison between the Architect and Contractor.
  • Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all materials used.
  • Review all materials before installation for compliance with approved submittals.
  • Check works and materials against specifications and Bills of Quantities.
  • Review schedules of site meetings and coordinate changes with contractor representatives.
  • Prepare detailed daily reports (workers by trade, activities, problems, discussions, accidents, weather, and progress).
  • Maintain permanent records, including correspondence, contracts, change orders, instructions, project data, samples, drawings, schedules, and payment requests.
  • Prepare punch lists, monitor completion, and follow up with the contractor and architect.
  • Maintain files on correspondence, minutes, payment applications, change orders, and close-out information.
  • Observe required tests, record and report results, and verify testing invoices.
  • Observe progress and quality of work to ensure compliance with the contract documents; notify the architect of any non-conformance.
  • Monitor construction schedule and report potential delays.
  • Review contract documents with Contractor’s superintendent; obtain interpretations from the architect and transmit them.
  • Attend meetings as directed by the Architect and report proceedings.
  • Evaluate Contractor’s suggestions and submit recommendations to the Architect.
  • Review Contractor’s completion list for Certificate of Practical Completion; inspect and forward to Architect if accurate, or return for correction.
  • Perform other project-related duties as required by the Architect.
  • High integrity and professionalism.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Assertiveness and confidence in enforcing standards.
  • Good communication and report writing skills.
  • Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision
  • At least a Diploma in a construction-related discipline from an accredited and recognised University.
  • Higher Diploma or Degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
  • Must have successfully participated in at least four building construction supervision projects of a similar nature and complexity (multilevel buildings).
  • Must be registered as a construction professional or site supervisor by the National Construction Authority (NCA).
associate degree
12
JOB-69a7de078eb9a

Vacancy title:
Clerk of Works - Multilevel Academic Building

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Construction, Education, Admin & Office, Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
KCA University (KCAU)

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, March 6 2026

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 4 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Job Objective

The job holder will be responsible for ensuring that construction and maintenance works undertaken by the contractor comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, safety regulations, and contractual requirements, safeguarding institutional assets and ensuring value for money at the University.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform daily site inspection of works.
  • Attend all project meetings and take minutes to confirm instructions and directions.
  • Communicate all project discussions directly to the Architect.
  • Act as liaison between the Architect and Contractor.
  • Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all materials used.
  • Review all materials before installation for compliance with approved submittals.
  • Check works and materials against specifications and Bills of Quantities.
  • Review schedules of site meetings and coordinate changes with contractor representatives.
  • Prepare detailed daily reports (workers by trade, activities, problems, discussions, accidents, weather, and progress).
  • Maintain permanent records, including correspondence, contracts, change orders, instructions, project data, samples, drawings, schedules, and payment requests.
  • Prepare punch lists, monitor completion, and follow up with the contractor and architect.
  • Maintain files on correspondence, minutes, payment applications, change orders, and close-out information.
  • Observe required tests, record and report results, and verify testing invoices.
  • Observe progress and quality of work to ensure compliance with the contract documents; notify the architect of any non-conformance.
  • Monitor construction schedule and report potential delays.
  • Review contract documents with Contractor’s superintendent; obtain interpretations from the architect and transmit them.
  • Attend meetings as directed by the Architect and report proceedings.
  • Evaluate Contractor’s suggestions and submit recommendations to the Architect.
  • Review Contractor’s completion list for Certificate of Practical Completion; inspect and forward to Architect if accurate, or return for correction.
  • Perform other project-related duties as required by the Architect.

Qualifications And Experience

  • At least a Diploma in a construction-related discipline from an accredited and recognised University.
  • Higher Diploma or Degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
  • A minimum of ten (10) years post-qualification experience.
  • Must have successfully participated in at least four building construction supervision projects of a similar nature and complexity (multilevel buildings).
  • Must be registered as a construction professional or site supervisor by the National Construction Authority (NCA).

Other Skills And Competencies

  • High integrity and professionalism.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Assertiveness and confidence in enforcing standards.
  • Good communication and report writing skills.
  • Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: associate degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Construction jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Friday, March 6 2026
Duty Station: Kenya | Nairobi
Posted: 04-03-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 04-03-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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