Clerk of Works

JOB TITLE: Clerk of Works

LOCATION: Lusaka, Zambia

OVERVIEW: The Clerk of Works will be responsible for overall construction, site observation of contractor works including materials tests, site activity diaries and duties as may be directed by the Project Architects.

DESCRIPTION OF TASKS/PROCESSES AND OPERATIONS

Attend and contribute to design team and site meetings.

Identify work to be done and seek relevant approvals.

Observe all project site activities and provides onsite link amongst the project development team and client representatives and initiates action where necessary to ensure the project is delivered according to contractual technical specifications.

Ensure that materials, construction standards and site practices are satisfactory.

Review and understand all drawings and specifications so that the project development is built as specified and in line with all contractual issues.

Compose records of the works; index and file all drawings and correspondence.

Keep check of site construction works so that they align with timescales as projected on contractual project program of works.

Liaise with visiting inspectors Supervise on site tests and keep records.

Participate in all sites re-measurements for any proposed site works variations and maintain accurate records of same.

Provide a weekly written site diary update on the status of site activities giving key site work progress including materials on site.

Liaise with the main contractor and subcontractors to get work done as contracted and remain as key site representative for both the Architects and Client.

Verify Quantity Surveyor interim valuations on all payment requests submitted to Finance.

Maintain copies of all site records, including drawings, site instructions, manuals, site meeting minutes etc., issued by either the Architects team or Contractor.

Ensure all statutory site requirements are in place in addition to making sure site contractor and sub-contractors alike observe Occupational Health & safety regulations as it relates to building sites.

Inspect finished work, prepare schedules of, and supervise, remedial works and provide certification of standards of work.

QUALIFICATIONS

Full Grade 12 Certificate with at least five (05) credits including Mathematics and English.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural engineering.

Proven experience working as a Clerk of Works or in a similar role within the construction industry.

At least three (03) years’ relevant work experience.

Must be a practicing member of Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ)

Good analytical skills with ability to make sound judgment and decisions.

Good planning, monitoring, and organizing skills.

Results-oriented and ability to work independently.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Must be computer proficient.

Submission Instructions

Method of Application

All interested candidates should submit their application in a single pdf file that includes:

A cover letter

A copy of the CV

Academic qualifications