Clerk of Works Job Daystar University

Engineering Jobs, Daystar University Jobs. Clerk of Works inspects construction site activities and ensures building quality compliance, requires a Construction Management/Civil Engineering Degree/Diploma and 2+ years site supervision experience. Full-time role in Nairobi.

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.

How to Apply

Those interested in this challenging and rewarding position should submit their applications addressed to the Vice Chancellor and attach a detailed curriculum vitae with names and contacts of 3 referees to the recruitment portal link below, on or before: 31st October 2026.

All applications should be sent through https://recruitment.daystar.ac.ke. OR email to recruitment@daystar.ac.ke Hard copies will not be considered.