Clerk of Works

EC PROPERTY RECRUITMENT LTD; Croydon; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Clerk of Works for a home-based role covering South London and the Southern Home Counties. You will oversee construction quality, monitor progress on residential projects, and ensure compliance with building standards. Candidates should possess strong technical knowledge of building construction and excellent reporting skills. This position offers a chance to work independently while collaborating with contractors and clients.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Clerk of Works or Site Inspector.
• Ability to monitor progress and verify compliance with standards.
• Strong reporting skills for construction quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake regular inspections of new build and refurbishment sites.
• Monitor progress and verify compliance with drawings and standards.
• Identify and report on defects and construction quality issues.
• Manage snagging and end-of-defects inspections.
• Produce accurate, photo-supported inspection reports.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of building construction

Attention to detail

Confident liaison skills

Job description

Clerk of Works – Home-Based Location of sites : South of the River & Southern Home Counties

I’m working with a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy seeking an experienced Clerk of Works / Site Inspector to join their team. This is a home-based role, covering residential and refurbishment projects across South London and the Southern Home Counties.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring construction quality, compliance, and workmanship standards are consistently maintained. Working independently, you’ll visit sites regularly, monitor progress, and produce clear, detailed reports for clients and project managers.

The Role

Undertake regular inspections of new build and refurbishment sites

Monitor progress and verify compliance with drawings, Building Regulations, and warranty standards

Identify and report on defects, discrepancies, and construction quality issues

Manage snagging, de-snagging, and end-of-defects inspections

Produce accurate, photo-supported inspection reports

Maintain up-to-date site records and QA documentation

About You

You’ll have strong technical knowledge of building construction and a keen eye for detail. You’ll be confident liaising with contractors, consultants, and clients to uphold quality and compliance on e...