Clerk of Works

  • Full Time
  • Nairobi

Kenyatta National Hospital

REF. NUMBER KNH/EX/CoW/10/36 (I POST)

Job Purpose

An officer at these levels will be responsible to Chief Manager, Project Management for the provision of services in the hospital.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Liaison between project management team and contractor
  • Attending site consultants meetings with contractors and consultants
  • Carry out a thorough study of the drawings and specifications. He or she will checkfor errors and discrepancies in the drawings and specifications and report to the Architect.
  • Carry out a thoroughly inspection of materials to be used in the works
  • Carry out a thorough inspection of workmanship
  • Ensure that proper setting out has been done. Levels in relationship to agreed datum points are correct etc.
  • Ensure that Health and Safety regulations are observed on site. e.g. adequate and clean site toilets, bathrooms, safe & clean drinking water, dust masks for those handling cement, chutes for dropping down debris from heights, site cleanliness, barrier tapes to define around excavated areas, warning signs, safety belts for those working at great heights, Safety gear for workers etc
  • Witness tests required by the Contract.
  • To inform the engineer/architect/project manager of non-conforming works.
  • To inform the engineer/architect/project manager of problems arising and decision required.
  • To confirm oral directions to contractor in writing with a copy to Lead Consultant/Architect
  • Ensure that the Contractor fully understands the drawings.
  • Carry out Detailed reporting and recording
  • To record actual progress against the approved works programme
  • Issue site instructions concerning the standard of workmanship but not on any financial implications or those that would modify the design

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelors degree in building construction, civil/mechanical engineering, architecture or construction management
  • Proficiency in Computer Operations

Method of Application
Interested applicants who meet the requirements are requested to download and fill the application form available on KNH Website www.knh.or.ke. The application form together with a detailed C.V listing the qualifications, experience, current responsibilities, copies of testimonials, and certificates to be submitted at Kenyatta National Hospital’s Central Registry situated in the Hospitals Administration block on or before 3rd December 2024 or posted to the address below:-
The Chief Executive Officer

Kenyatta National Hospital

P.O Box 20723-00202

NAIROBI

“Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply”.

NB:

Kenyatta National Hospital DOES NOT charge ANY FEES for application
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through telephone number 0780 433080
Successful candidate will be required to submit the document listed below to comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya,2010: – A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service
EACC Clearance
Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
HELB Compliance
KRA Tax Compliance

To apply for this job please visit www.knh.or.ke..