Assistant Clerk of Works

Upfront Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an Assistant Clerk of Works to ensure quality and compliance on site. This role is perfect for individuals early in their Clerk of Works journey or professionals moving into consultancy. You'll support experienced Chartered Clerks, with opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative environment. The role offers a salary of up to £45,000 plus benefits, including private healthcare and annual social events.

Benefits

Private healthcare

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contribution

Annual ski trip

Regular activities

Qualifications

• Early-career Clerk of Works or relevant site management experience.
• Passionate about quality and detail.
• Keen to progress with professional support.

Responsibilities

• Support Chartered Clerks of Works on projects.
• Monitor quality workmanship and materials.
• Act as the client's representative on site.
• Document defects efficiently.
• Liaise with contractors and maintain communication.
• Use digital tools for reporting.

Skills

Quality focus

Communication

Tech-savvy

Organizational skills

Tools

Digital reporting tools

Job description

Assistant Clerk of Works - Quality-Driven Consultancy

Clear development from Assistant to Chartered Clerk of Works

Location : Projects UK-wide but aim to keep local (major cities)

Salary : Up to £45,000 + Private Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday (Plus Christmas Closure & Bank Holidays) + Pension + Annual Ski Trip + Regular Activities

Full-time, Permanent

What’s on Offer

• Up to £45,000 salary
• Private healthcare
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
• 3% pension contribution (employee)
• Clear development pathway from Assistant to Chartered Clerk of Works
• Annual company ski trip and a vibrant, social team culture
• A modern working environment - far from the norm

Why This Role?

If you're early in your Clerk of Works journey or perhaps some experience in construction, but know you care about quality, client outcomes, and growing professionally, this is a career-launching opportunity. You'll work with a consultancy that’s raising the bar, pushing boundaries, and offering the support you won’t find elsewhere.

About the Role

Up Front Recruitment is proud to be representing a design-led, fast-growing consultancy known for doing things differently. With a people-first mindset, an eye for detail, and a passion for quality, this practice is redefining the traditional Clerk of Works role through a fresh, modern approach.

They’re now seeking an Assistant Clerk of Works to join them. You'll be working alongside experienced Chartered professionals and will be mentored as you progress, whether your background is in site management, project quality, or technical supervision.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a business that actively invests in its people, supports chartership, and takes pride in delivering excellence across high-profile developments.

The Role

You'll be site-based, ensuring quality and compliance on projects. Live sites are active in London, Bath, Bristol, and Birmingham, and the business aims to keep you working locally where possible.

Your key responsibilities will include :

• Supporting Chartered Clerks of Works on live projects
• Monitoring and reporting on quality workmanship and materials
• Acting as the client’s eyes and ears on site
• Identifying and documenting defects clearly and efficiently
• Attending site meetings, liaising with contractors, and maintaining strong communication
• Using digital tools for reporting and documentation

What We're Looking For

This role would suit a young or early-career Clerk of Works, or a Site Manager / Quality Inspector / Construction Professional looking to move into consultancy.

You’ll need to be :

• Passionate about quality and detail
• Clear, concise, and confident in your communication
• Tech‑savvy – happy using digital reporting tools
• Organised and professional on site
• Keen to progress and grow with support from senior professionals

Interested?

Apply now via Up Front Recruitment or contact Mark Thistle for more details