Clerk of Works Contract/ Temporary Full Time NEW

JOB DESCRIPTION
CONTRACTUAL POSITION

JOB TITLE: CLERK OF WORKS
REPORTS TO: Project Manager
SUPERVISION GIVEN TO: Not Specified

JOB SUMMARY:
The Land Settlement Agency (LSA) is responsible for infrastructural development of state lands under its purview as part of Government’s mandate for the Agency. The Clerk of Works is required to monitor the workmanship and quality of work on construction projects in accordance with the Contract documents and report to the Project Manager. He / She is required to conduct regular site inspection to ensure compliance with specifications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work closely with project staff in the area of the Planning and Surveying discipline to ensure adherence to contract documents.
Interface directly with the Contractors and Design and Supervision Consultants, where applicable.
Interface directly with representatives of Statutory Authorities such as, WASA, Ministry of Works, Local Health Authority, Fire Services and T&TEC.
Reviews all Contract Documents including Drawing Specifications and Bills of Quantities for accuracy.
Monitors construction to ensure compliance with Contract, verifies and records work done on a daily basis.
Monitors schedules and report promptly on any deviation or issues encountered in adhering to plans and schedules.
Maintains correspondence, files, and site logs and gives instructions to Contractor on behalf of the Project Manager.
Assists in the interpretation of drawings and specifications, monitoring and participating in material sampling and testing and records changes in design procedures or site organization, as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of Construction Techniques.
Knowledge of Basic Health and Safety.
Knowledge of Materials Technology (Basic).
Knowledge of Measurements.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Construction Surveying.
Building Regulations.
Excellent Communication Skills.
Good Problem Solving Skills.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Training to the level of Junior Builders Diploma or National Technician Certificate.
A minimum of three (3) years’ supervisory experience in land development and general building and infrastructure works.
Working knowledge of setting-out site works and materials testing.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to submit as a single document:

A Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Name & telephone contact of two (2) references
A Certificate of Good Character
Copies of all relevant academic certificates
A Passport-sized photographSUBMISSION ADDRESS
Applications are to be addressed to:Human Resource Specialist
Land Settlement Agency
Orange Grove Road South
Orange Grove Estate
TACARIGUA

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Website: To view the Job Description, please visit: www.lsatt.com
Email Submission: Applications can be submitted via email to [email protected]
Physical Submission: By post or hand-delivered to the above address on weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm.
Important Note: The position being applied for must be clearly stated in the subject line of the email or on the envelope.
Review Policy: All applications will be treated with strict confidence. Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.