Clerk of Work (Site Inspector) - Mid Level

Private Advertiser; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a Mid Level Clerk of Works to oversee daily site inspections and ensure contractor works comply with drawings, specs and programme. You will monitor progress, witness key on-site tests, maintain daily diaries and report discrepancies to project teams.

The role requires a Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering, Building or related field, and a valid CIDB Green Card, with 1–2 years of supervisory site experience or 4–6 years as Clerk of Works.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Building, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Valid CIDB Construction Personnel Card (Green Card), or willing to obtain it upon employment.
• Minimum 1–2 years of site experience as a site supervisor, technician or assistant clerk of works, or minimum 4–6 years of hands-on site experience as Clerk of Works or Site Supervisor.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from architectural, civil and structural drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily coordination, inspection and monitoring of contractor and subcontractors' works to ensure compliance with drawings, specs and standards.
• Check setting out, levels, dimensions, alignment and formwork before proceeding; witness key stages like reinforcement, concrete pouring, piling, waterproofing and finishing works.
• Witness and record on-site testing and sampling (concrete tests, compaction, water/pressure tests) and verify results against specs.
• Inspect and verify materials delivered to site against approved samples and delivery orders; reject non-conforming material.
• Identify and report discrepancies between drawings, specs and contracts to Project Manager/consultants for clarification.
• Maintain a complete daily site diary recording manpower, plant, materials, weather, progress and instructions issued.
• Prepare and submit daily/weekly/monthly inspection and progress reports with dated photographic records.
• Monitor actual progress against the construction programme and report delays/risks.
• Attend site meetings and coordinate with teams; follow up on matters affecting site works.
• Support Site Safety Supervisor in enforcing site rules.

Skills

Read drawings

Record keeping

Site coordination

Attention to detail

Education

CIDB Green Card

Diploma/degree in Civil Eng. Building Construction

Job description

Clerk of Work (Site Inspector) - Mid Level

The Clerk of Works is responsible for the day-to-day inspection, monitoring and recording of construction works on site, acting as the Company's eyes and ears at project level. The role ensures that all works executed by the contractor and its subcontractors comply with the approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, statutory standards and the approved construction programme, and that any discrepancy, defect or non-compliance is identified, documented and rectified promptly.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out daily coordination, inspection and monitoring of the contractor's and subcontractors' works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and required standards of workmanship.
• Check setting out, levels, dimensions, alignment and formwork before proceeding works, and witness key stages such as reinforcement inspection, concrete pouring, piling, waterproofing and finishing works.
• Witness and record on-site testing and sampling — concrete cube and slump tests, compaction tests, water and pressure tests, and material sampling — and verify results against the specification.
• Inspect and verify materials delivered to site against approved samples, specifications and delivery orders; reject and report any non-conforming material.
• Identify and report discrepancies between drawings, specifications and other contract documents to the Project Manager and consultants for clarification.
• Maintain a complete daily site diary recording manpower, plant and machinery, materials delivered, weather conditions, work carried out, stoppages, visitors and instructions issued.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly and monthly site inspection and progress reports supported by dated photographic records.
• Monitor actual progress against the approved construction programme, highlight delays and potential risks, and report them to the Project Manager.
• Attend site meetings, technical and coordination meetings; follow up on matters arising that concern site works.
• Ensure the contractor complies with site safety, environmental, security and housekeeping requirements, and support the Site Safety Supervisor in enforcing site rules.

About you

• Able to read, interpret and work from architectural, civil and structural drawings and specifications.
• Valid CIDB Construction Personnel Card (Green Card), or willing to obtain it upon employment.
• Medically fit and able to be stationed full time at the project site.
• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Building, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1 to 2 years of site experience as a site supervisor, technician or assistant clerk of works, or minimum 4 to 6 years of hands-on site experience as a Clerk of Works or Site Supervisor.
• Able to read, interpret and work from architectural, civil and structural drawings and specifications.
• Site-based posting; willing to be transferred between project sites as required by the Company.
• Willing to work extended hours or weekends when project progress requires.
• Possess own transport and a valid driving licence.
• Meticulous, observant and disciplined in record keeping; honest and able to report site conditions objectively.