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Clerk of Works / Fire Protection Inspector - Residential New Build & Refurbishment

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + package

A leading construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Clerk of Works / Fire Protection Inspector to join their growing team. The role will involve working across a varied portfolio of residential new-build and refurbishment projects, with regular site inspections to ensure quality, compliance, and fire safety standards are met.

This position would suit an individual with experience as a Clerk of works or someone with strong on-site Quality inspection experience, particularly within residential developments and higher-risk buildings. The successful candidate will play a key role in quality assurance, fire safety compliance, and reporting across multiple live projects.

Role Overview

- Title: Clerk of Works / Fire Protection Inspector

- Location: Various sites Reading, Poole, Bournemouth (South West of England)

- Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

- Start: ASAP but happy to wait for notice period for the right person

- Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

- Carry out regular site inspections on residential new-build and refurbishment projects

- Monitor contractor compliance with drawings, specifications, Building Regulations, warranties, and Employer's Requirements

- Inspect and verify fire safety installations including fire doors, fire stopping, drylining, masonry work, and sprinkler systems

- Ensure compliance with Approved Document B, BS 9999, and other relevant fire safety standards

- Identify non-compliance issues, raise defects, and recommend corrective actions

- Undertake snagging inspections prior to Practical Completion and issue defect lists

- Prepare detailed inspection reports using tablet-based reporting systems

- Maintain accurate records of inspections, actions, and compliance documentation

- Liaise with consultants, design teams, contractors, and other stakeholders

- Attend project meetings and provide input on quality assurance and fire safety matters

- Promote best practice, quality awareness, and compliance on site

Requirements

- Background in Quality Inspection

- Willingness to travel (Driving required - mileage reimbursed)

- Strong knowledge of fire safety regulations and standards (including Approved Document B, BS 9999, BS 9991)

- Experience inspecting residential developments and higher-risk buildings

- Proven experience with façade remediation projects is desirable

- Fire door inspection experience

- Membership of ICWCI or equivalent (preferred but not essential)

- Additional professional memberships (MCIOB, RICS, IFE) advantageous

What's on Offer

- Competitive salary, best expensed mileage available, flexible working/hours

- Opportunity to work with a respected, forward-thinking consultancy

- Diverse and interesting project portfolio across multiple sectors

- Strong commitment to CPD, mentoring, and professional development

- Clear pathways for progression and long-term career growth

- Supportive leadership team and inclusive working culture

If you're an experienced Clerk of Works or Quality Inspector who is looking for a role that offers great autonomy, progression and benefits, please contact Ned Scott-Mends on (phone number removed), or send your CV via email to (url removed)

All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation