Clerk of Works

Brandon James Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Professional membership fees paid

Structured training and CPD support

Private healthcare

Death-in-service benefit

Team events in Birmingham

Job summary

Brandon James Ltd is seeking an experienced Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor to join a major healthcare project in Shrewsbury. You will monitor quality, progress, and contract compliance on site, producing detailed reports and maintaining records to ensure completion to drawings, specifications and contract requirements.

The successful candidate will have NEC/Clerk of Works experience, ICWCI or MCIOB, and a strong knowledge of construction methods.

Qualifications

• Previous Clerk of Works/NEC Supervisor/Site Inspector or similar construction quality role.
• ICWCI or MCIOB.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and workmanship.
• Experience on healthcare or major public-sector projects advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site inspections and monitor workmanship and quality on site.
• Identify defects and ensure they are recorded and addressed.
• Produce clear inspection reports and maintain site records (photos and written).
• Monitor progress against construction programme and attend project meetings.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, client representatives and stakeholders.
• Support handover and completion of the project with testing and inspections.

Job description

Clerk of Works

Shrewsbury, Shropshire | Major Healthcare Project | Construction Consultancy

A leading independent construction and property consultancy is looking for an experienced Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor to join its team in Shrewsbury, working on a significant hospital development.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor to play an important role in the delivery of a large-scale healthcare project, providing an on-site presence and ensuring works are completed in accordance with the contract, drawings, specifications and required quality standards.

The Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor Role

The successful clerk will be responsible for monitoring the quality and progress of construction works on site, identifying defects or non-compliant works and ensuring these are appropriately recorded and addressed.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out regular site inspections throughout the construction programme
• Monitoring workmanship, materials and construction quality
• Ensuring works comply with drawings, specifications and contractual requirements
• Undertaking duties associated with the NEC Supervisor role
• Identifying and recording defects, non-compliance and areas of concern
• Producing clear and detailed inspection reports
• Maintaining accurate photographic and written site records
• Monitoring progress against the agreed construction programme
• Attending project, progress and site meetings
• Liaising with contractors, consultants, client representatives and other stakeholders
• Supporting the wider project team in resolving quality and technical issues
• Ensuring relevant testing and inspections are undertaken and appropriately recorded
• Monitoring health and safety observations and escalating concerns where appropriate
• Supporting the successful handover and completion of the project

The Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a Clerk of Works, NEC Supervisor, Site Inspector or in a similar construction quality role
• ICWCI or MCIOB
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and workmanship
• Experience working on large or technically complex construction projects
• A good understanding of NEC contracts, ideally including previous experience undertaking NEC Supervisor duties
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written reporting and record-keeping skills
• Previous experience working on healthcare, hospital or other major public-sector construction projects would be particularly advantageous.

In Return?

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000

• Company pension scheme
• Professional membership fees paid
• Structured training and personal development
• CPD courses and support towards professional qualifications
• Clear long-term career development plan
• Bi-annual career and progression reviews
• Opportunities for promotion and role diversification
• Private healthcare
• Death-in-service benefit
• Supportive and sociable Birmingham-based team
• Regular team events and social activities

REF: 22747MC