Clerk of Works at Federation Of Kenya Employers

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Day to day FKE liaison and serving as a link with contractors, engineers, surveyors, and the entire Consulting teams at the Construction site
• Review Contract Documents with the Contractor on behalf of the Federation.
• Inspect construction work to ensure it meets standards and health and safety requirements.
• Observe the quality and progress of the construction to determine in general that it is proceeding in accordance with the Contracts. Notify the Federation and the Consulting team any deviations.
• Inspecting construction work and comparing it with drawings and specifications.
• Measuring and quality checking of building materials.
• Identifying defects and suggesting ways to correct them.
• Monitoring progress and reporting to FKE and the Consulting team and assist in the preparation of progress reports.
• Confirming the plans and documenting of work, along with measurements and samples.
• Checking that building regulations, legal and ecological requirements are adhered to.
• Consider the Contractor’s suggestions and recommendations, evaluate and discuss them with the Federation and the Consulting team for decision making.
• Attend project meetings as the Federations representative and report back in writing.
• Confirm all the tests that may be required by the Contract.
• Maintain detailed records of work at the construction site or as directed by the Federation.
• Review Applications for Payment submitted by the consultants.
• Assist the Federation in final inspection of the work done and review the documentation and record documents to be furnished to the Federation upon completion of the work.
• Liaise with the consultants to ensure appropriate financial, commercial and legal risks relating to the project are documented.
• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
• Any other work that may be assigned by the Federation.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Engineering/Architecture/Surveying/ Building Construction or related field.
• Holders of a Higher Diploma on the same with 4 years’ experience will be considered.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Construction Industry with 1 year as a clerk of works/ supervisor in a large construction site.
• Proven track record of handling construction projects successfully.

KEY SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Highly organized and a good planner
• Analytical skills, numeracy skills and keen on details
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and Team working skills
• Commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Management and leadership skills
• Integrity and Ability to manage confidential information