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Our client is a successful multi-disciplinary construction consultancy providing a comprehensive range of professional services to the social housing sector. Established in the 1980s, the consultancy has over four decades of wide-ranging experience working with clients throughout the UK.

The Role

A fantastic opportunity for a Clerk of Works on a work-from-home basis to join an expanding team made up of Building Surveyors, Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers of varying experience, from university graduates to senior qualified professionals. As Clerk of Works, you will be the eyes and ears on site, ensuring that works are carried out to the highest standard, in accordance with drawings, specifications and contractual obligations. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining quality control and acting as a key link between contractors, consultants and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor construction works on site for compliance with technical specifications, drawings and regulations

Ensure quality workmanship and materials, reporting any defects or deviations

Provide regular progress reports and photographic records

Attend site meetings and liaise closely with project teams, contractors and clients

Ensure health and safety practices are followed and escalate concerns where necessary

Prepare snagging and final inspection reports

Support the Employer’s Agent / Contract Administrator in ensuring smooth project delivery

You will need to be a strong team player with the determination to drive projects forward, whilst also having the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.

Ideal Candidate

RICS or CIOB accredited construction degree

MRICS / MCIOB / LICWCI qualification desirable but not essential

Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally across both new build and refurbishment projects

Proven site-based experience providing similar services in a Clerk of Works capacity

Confident communicator with experience in client-facing roles

Ability to manage client relationships and service delivery on a project-by-project basis

Willingness to travel to various sites across the Midlands

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

A self-starter who can be trusted to work with a high degree of autonomy and self-motivation

Full UK driving licence

Professional Development

The consultancy actively encourages and supports continued professional development, both financially and professionally, and prides itself on fully supporting employees in achieving their career goals and ambitions.

What my client can offer?

Be part of a modern, growing and forward-thinking consultancy

Up to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working environment

9-day fortnight rota option to support work/life balance

Bonus schemes

3–5% contributory pension scheme and four times salary life assurance

Regular performance and salary reviews to support career progression

Payment of professional institute training, examination and subscription fees

Fully funded training programme with regular in-house CPD events

Enjoyable social and team-building events organised and paid for by the company

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your career as a Clerk of Works within a supportive and progressive consultancy environment