Clerk of Works - #2101864

Clerk of Works

A respected consultancy is seeking an experienced Clerk of Works to join their growing team, covering projects across the North West.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clerk of Works with strong residential and affordable housing experience to join a professional consultancy working on a varied portfolio of housing schemes. The successful Clerk of Works will be responsible for inspecting works, monitoring quality and ensuring projects are delivered in line with drawings, specifications and relevant standards.

The Clerk of Works Role

The successful Clerk of Works will carry out regular site inspections across a range of residential and affordable housing projects throughout the North West.

Projects will include:

• Affordable housing developments
• Low-rise housing
• Apartment schemes
• High-rise residential projects
• Extra care developments
• Assisted living schemes

Responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out regular site inspections to monitor quality and workmanship
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications and employer's requirements
• Identifying defects, non-compliance and areas requiring corrective action
• Preparing detailed site inspection reports
• Monitoring progress and quality across multiple residential schemes
• Liaising with contractors, clients, housing associations and project teams
• Supporting the delivery of affordable housing projects to the required standards
• Ensuring site works meet relevant building regulations, technical standards and best practice
• Maintaining clear records and communication throughout the project lifecycle

The Clerk of Works

The successful Clerk of Works will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a Clerk of Works, Site Inspector, Quality Inspector or similar
• ICWCI preferred
• Strong experience across residential or affordable housing projects
• Knowledge of housing association processes and requirements
• Experience inspecting low-rise housing, apartments, high-rise schemes or extra care developments
• A strong eye for detail and quality
• Excellent reporting and communication skills
• A good understanding of construction methods, defects and site quality standards
• A professional, organised and proactive approach

In Return

• £45,000 - £50,000
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Discretionary company performance bonus
• 55p per mile mileage allowance
• Varied affordable housing projects across the North West

If you are a Clerk of Works, considering your career history, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James.

REF: 22391MC