Clerk of Works

About the role

The Clerk of Works will oversee the construction of a warehousing facility and office block for handling health products and technologies in Kisumu County. Reporting to the CEO, the role ensures that all works comply with approved designs, specifications, safety standards and pharmaceutical‑grade quality requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect and verify delivered materials for conformity to specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor workmanship across architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing trades.
• Maintain detailed site records, including daily diaries, defect registers and instruction books for architects and consultants.
• Act as liaison between architect, project manager, consultants, contractors and senior management, communicating instructions and resolving issues.
• Report deviations, defects and non‑conformities promptly and follow up on corrective actions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field.
• Professional certification or membership with a relevant body (e.g., Institute of Clerk of Works, Engineers Board of Kenya).
• Minimum five years’ experience supervising large‑scale construction projects, preferably pharma‑grade warehouses.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, Bills of Quantities and statutory/regulatory requirements for HPT storage.

Required skills

• Construction drawing interpretation and specification compliance.
• Bill of Quantities analysis and building code application.
• Knowledge of GMP, GSP and GDP requirements and health‑safety regulations.
• Record keeping and report writing.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management software such as MS Project or Primavera.