Clerk Of Works

Are you an experienced construction professional with a keen eye for quality and a passion for delivering projects to the highest standards?

Are you looking to join a collaborative team delivering high-quality construction projects across a diverse portfolio?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a competent and appropriately qualified Clerk of Works to join our construction and project delivery team. The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring construction quality, workmanship, compliance and progress across a range of projects, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with the contract documentation, specifications and relevant statutory requirements.

Working closely with the Employer’s Agent, contractors, consultants and stakeholders, you will provide independent site inspections and quality assurance throughout all stages of construction through to handover and defects rectification.

This role is suited to an individual with strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail and experience within a construction inspection, Clerk of Works or site inspection environment.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Attending project briefing meetings with the Employer and Employer’s Agent to understand the project scope, programme, quality expectations and key deliverables.
• Reviewing and familiarising yourself with all relevant project documentation, including drawings, specifications, contracts, programmes and planning information.
• Carrying out regular site inspections to monitor workmanship, materials, progress and compliance with contract requirements, specifications and Building Regulations.
• Attending site progress meetings and providing clear updates on quality, progress, and any issues or risks identified on site.
• Monitoring contractor performance and reporting concerns relating to workmanship, programme, safety, or compliance with the Employer’s Requirements.
• Liaising effectively with contractors, consultants and stakeholders to support the smooth and coordinated delivery of works on site.
• Reviewing contractor quality management documentation, including inspection and testing plans and associated records.
• Ensuring works are inspected at appropriate stages before being covered up and witnessing testing and commissioning activities where required.
• Identifying, recording and reporting any defects, non-conforming works, or discrepancies between site conditions and contract documentation.
• Maintaining accurate and timely site records, including inspection reports, photographic records and weekly progress updates.
• Supporting the handover process by undertaking snagging inspections and monitoring the completion of outstanding works.
• Attending final inspections at the end of the defects period and preparing schedules of outstanding defects where required.
• Maintaining awareness of health and safety requirements on site and reporting any concerns immediately in line with project procedures.

• Experience in a similar Clerk of Works, Site Inspector or Construction Inspection role.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, workmanship standards and current Building Regulations.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and construction programmes.
• Excellent communication, reporting and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to quality assurance.

It would be nice to have:

• HNC, HND or degree in a construction-related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body such as:
• ICWCI
• CIOB
• RICS
• CABE
• Knowledge of quality management and inspection procedures.
• Experience working within a consultancy or client-side environment.
• Previous experience working with NEC contracts.

Unsure you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team. 

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better. 

We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues. 

We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.  

What we offer 

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect: 

• Agile working.
• Career and Professional Development.
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave.
• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Eyecare Scheme.
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities  

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey. 

Accessibility 

We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at [email protected]. We’ll be happy to discuss how we can assist you. 

Agencies 

We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.