Clerk of Works (Kenya) at Christ Is the Answer Ministries

JOB SUMMARY

• CITAM seeks to recruit born-again, experienced, and self-motivated Christians to fill the position of Clerk of Works, to be deployed at CITAM Rongai and CITAM Eldoret. The successful candidates will serve as the Client’s representative on construction sites, providing day-to-day supervision of works, monitoring project progress, ensuring quality standards are achieved, and coordinating with contractors, consultants, and relevant stakeholders to facilitate successful project delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure construction works comply with approved drawings, specifications, contract documents, ISO requirements, and other applicable industry standards.
• Monitor workmanship, construction materials, and quality control procedures to ensure all works meet the required quality standards and project specifications.
• Identify defective, substandard, or non-compliant works and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Monitor project progress against approved work programmes, identify delays or deviations, and promptly report risks and key issues to the Projects Manager.
• Maintain accurate site records and daily diaries, including project progress, inspections, labour resources, plant and equipment, weather conditions, and other significant site activities.
• Attend site meetings, prepare technical reports, and coordinate inspections and approvals with consultants, contractors, architects, engineers, government authorities, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements, environmental regulations, statutory obligations, permit conditions, and mandatory inspections throughout project execution.
• Verify measurements, completed works, and supporting documentation to facilitate accurate valuation and certification of interim and final contractor payments.
• Support project completion and handover by preparing snag lists, monitoring rectification works, and confirming readiness for practical completion.
• Ensure adherence to ISO and other recognized industry standards in project execution and management.

Requirements

• Must be a born-again, mature Christian who conforms to the CITAM Statement of Faith.
• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience in construction supervision, site inspection, or a similar role.
• Good understanding of construction methods, quality assurance processes, and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations, environmental requirements, and relevant standards.
• Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong analytical and report writing skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, diligence, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.