Clerk of Works – Construction Supervision

About the role

The Clerk of Works will provide on‑site technical supervision and quality control for construction, renovation and maintenance projects at Daystar University, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, workmanship standards and safety regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise day‑to‑day construction, renovation and maintenance works 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’ progress against project schedules and flag any 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 on site.
• 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 and support snagging/defects inspections at handover.

Required profile

• 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.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office.