Highway Garage and Salt Shed Project

The Town of Chester, Warren County, NY wishes to procure Clerk of the Works services for the Highway Garage and Salt Shed Project. This position will report directly to the Chester Town Board. The position will be full-time, and the project is expected to start in May 2026 and end in February 2027.

The clerk must possess qualifications of education and experience in construction technology and administration compatible with the needs of the public improvement. Including the ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.  Broad general understanding of current construction practices, methods, and materials. Broad knowledge of building codes. Ability to successfully research specific building code questions.  Excellent interpersonal communications skills. Familiarity with environmental laws and concerns. General knowledge of major building systems and how they work. Knowledge of construction site administration, techniques for construction scheduling, construction financing and accounting, and construction site safety requirements.

Experience on similar projects involving facility construction and/or renovations with Experience in a position with broad management responsibilities such as Clerk of the Works, Superintendent, Project Manager, or similar titles.

Letters of Interest with a resume of qualifications should be sent to TownClerk [at] ChesterWCNY.gov (TownClerk[at]ChesterWCNY[dot]gov) no later than Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 2:00 pm.

Mindy Conway

Chester Town Clerk

DATED: February 19, 2026