Clerk of Works (Kenya)

As the client’s representative on site, this role ensures that construction works at the CITAM Rongai and CITAM Eldoret projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the quality expected by the church and its stakeholders. You will be the dependable daily presence on the ground, inspecting works, flagging issues before they escalate, and keeping the project’s consultants, contractors, and project manager aligned. This is a hands-on role for a detail-driven Christian professional who wants to safeguard the integrity of buildings that will serve the church community for decades.

Role Overview

The Clerk of Works acts as the client’s eyes and ears on site, carrying out regular inspections, overseeing quality control, and verifying that all construction activity aligns with approved drawings, contract requirements, and relevant standards. You will track progress against programme schedules, maintain clear and accurate records, and support the smooth flow of information between the project team and church leadership. Your diligence directly protects the church’s investment and ensures a safe, compliant, and well-finished project at each location.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and ad hoc site inspections to verify that all ongoing works match approved plans, specifications, and contract conditions.
• Check the quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring that construction methods meet project specifications and industry-recognised quality assurance standards.
• Identify any defective, substandard, or non-compliant work and work with contractors to implement timely corrective measures.
• Track project progress against the approved work programme, highlighting delays, risks, or deviations to the Projects Manager with clear reports and recommendations.
• Maintain daily site diaries and accurate records covering progress, inspections, labour and plant usage, weather conditions, and notable site events.
• Attend site and coordination meetings, prepare technical reports, and liaise with consultants, architects, engineers, government authorities, and other stakeholders for approvals and inspections.
• Ensure full adherence to occupational health and safety regulations, environmental obligations, permit conditions, and statutory inspection requirements throughout the construction phase.
• Verify measurements, completed works, and supporting documents to support fair and accurate valuation and certification of contractor payments, including interim and final claims.
• Support practical completion and handover by preparing snagging lists, monitoring rectification works, and confirming that the site is ready for occupation.
• Champion compliance with ISO standards and other applicable quality and safety frameworks in every aspect of project execution.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A born-again, mature Christian who lives out and subscribes to the CITAM Statement of Faith.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
• At least two years of hands-on experience in construction supervision, site inspection, or a comparable role within the building industry.
• Sound working knowledge of construction methodologies, quality assurance processes, and construction documentation such as drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Familiarity with occupational health and safety regulations, environmental requirements, and relevant building standards in Kenya.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications, with strong analytical, reporting, and technical writing skills.
• A professional who demonstrates integrity, attention to detail, and the discipline to work independently while remaining accountable to the project manager.