Clerk Of Works

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; City Of London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical recruitment agency is seeking a Clerk of Works to ensure quality materials and workmanship in construction projects. The role is remote with site visits mainly across London and the South East. Candidates should have approximately 10 years of construction experience and strong knowledge of Building Regulations. This position offers a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 depending on experience, along with flexible working and additional benefits.

Benefits

Group Personal Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Childcare Voucher Scheme

22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Ongoing CPD and support for professional development

Qualifications

• Circa 10 years of practical construction experience.
• Excellent working knowledge of Building Regulations.
• Experience inspecting cladding systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as the client's representative on site.
• Carry out regular site inspections.
• Review and interpret drawings and specifications.

Skills

Construction experience

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

Membership of the ICWCI or similar

Job description

Position: Clerk of Works

Location: Remote

Salary: £40k - £50k

Clerk of Works - Salary & Benefits

• Salary £40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)
• Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Childcare Voucher Scheme
• 22 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working (predominantly home-based with travel from home to site)
• Ongoing CPD and support for professional development

Clerk of Works - Job Overview

In this role, you will act as the client's representative on site, ensuring the quality of both materials and workmanship meets contract standards, drawings, and specifications. You will carry out regular site inspections and prepare accurate and structured reports based on your findings. Projects are primarily residential (new build and refurbishment) and located across London and the South East.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing and interpreting drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, and consultant reports
• Monitoring site activity to ensure compliance with quality standards, Building Regulations, and Health & Safety plans
• Liaising with the Employer's Agent, Quantity Surveyor, Architects, and Contractor's Site Team
• Advising on materials, construction details, and sample approvals when required
• Studying and applying relevant British Standards and Approved Codes of Practice
• Documenting and reporting all inspections, issues, and progress through structured written reports
• Assembling and managing site documents and clarifying usage procedures

Clerk of Works - Job Requirements

• Circa 10 years of practical construction experience with a strong understanding of site operations
• Membership of the Institute of Clerks of Works & Construction Inspectorate (ICWCI) or similar professional body
• Excellent working knowledge of Building Regulations and construction quality standards
• Experience inspecting cladding systems is advantageous
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Competence in preparing detailed technical reports
• Full UK Driving Licence - ability to travel from home to site is essential
• Based within a commutable distance of projects across London and the South East

Recruitment Agency

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.