Clerk of Works (Full-Time)

Location: Navrongo, Ghana

Company Profile

The University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) is a public institution committed to excellence in higher education through innovation, research, practical learning, and community engagement. The University is dedicated to developing and maintaining a safe, modern, and sustainable physical environment that supports teaching, learning, research, and administrative excellence.

We invite applications from experienced, detail-oriented, and motivated professionals for the position of Clerk of Works. This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of the University’s construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects by ensuring that all works meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect construction, renovation, and maintenance projects to ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, contractual requirements, and quality standards.
• Serve as the University’s on-site representative during construction and maintenance projects, reporting to the Supervising Engineer or the Director of Physical Development and Estates Management.
• Record and monitor the daily progress of site activities, including labour deployment, equipment usage, material deliveries, and weather conditions.
• Identify, document, and promptly report defective workmanship, substandard materials, safety concerns, or deviations from approved designs and specifications.
• Verify quantities of materials delivered to project sites and certify completed work for payment in accordance with approved contracts and project milestones.
• Maintain accurate site diaries, inspection reports, meeting minutes, photographic records, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate the testing, inspection, commissioning, and handover of completed projects, including preparing snagging lists and monitoring corrective actions.
• Review shop drawings, material submissions, and method statements submitted by contractors to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Liaise effectively with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and relevant University departments to facilitate the timely execution of projects.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, environmental, and statutory requirements throughout project implementation.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervising Engineer, Director of Physical Development and Estates Management, Registrar, Vice-Chancellor, or the University Council.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must:

• Hold a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Building Technology, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Possess a Certificate in Building and Construction Technology, Electrical Installation, or an equivalent craft qualification from the National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI) or a recognized polytechnic or technical institution.
• Have a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience supervising building construction, electrical installations, maintenance works, or infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrate the ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, technical specifications, and bills of quantities.
• Possess sound knowledge of construction supervision, quality assurance, measurement practices, and applicable industry standards.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and have working knowledge of AutoCAD or other construction/site management software.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Be capable of working independently while maintaining strong collaborative relationships with project teams and stakeholders.

Desirable Qualifications

• Familiarity with recognized construction supervision and measurement standards, including those of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Ghana Standards Authority.
• Membership of a recognized professional body such as the Ghana Institute of Building (GhIB) or the Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE) will be an added advantage.

What We Offer

• A competitive remuneration package in accordance with the University’s conditions of service.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment committed to excellence, innovation, and service.
• The opportunity to contribute to the development and maintenance of world-class educational infrastructure.

Application Deadline

21 July 2026

How to Apply

1. 1. Visit www.jobs.utas.edu.gh
   2. Click on “Sign Up” to register or Enter your Email and Password to log in if you have already registered.
   3. Go through the application process by providing accurate details before submitting.

The application pack should contain the followingCompleted online application form.

An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.

The Director of Human Resource Directorate

University of Technology and Applied Sciences

P. O. Box 24, Navrongo

Upper East Region, Ghana