Clerk of Works

Maxim Recruitment; England; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Quantity Surveying and Property Consultancy as a Clerk of Works, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the quality of construction in residential projects. This position offers the opportunity to work from home while conducting site inspections in Norfolk, engaging with social housing clients, and collaborating with contractors. You will leverage your extensive knowledge of building regulations and construction practices to resolve issues proactively and maintain high standards. If you are a detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills and a passion for the construction industry, this exciting role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company car

Professional development

Generous salaries

Bonuses

Payment of professional fees

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role, such as Clerk of Works or Site Manager.
• Knowledge of building regulations and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections and report on construction quality.
• Manage multiple social housing projects and maintain client relationships.
• Provide timely reports and maintain communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Building Regulations knowledge

Construction Drawings interpretation

Microsoft Office 360

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Client-facing skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Clerk of Works ICWIC accreditation

CIOB, CABE, RICS, IFE designations

Formal qualification in construction, engineering, or project management

Job description

Clerk of Works job role in Norfolk with a successful and long established multi-disciplinary property consultancy. As Clerk of Works for the area, you will be responsible for inspecting and reporting on sites around Norfolk. Applicants with MICWCI membership accreditation (awarded by the Institute of Clerk of Works and Construction Inspectorate) are particularly welcome to apply.

As Clerk of Works, you will be responsible for delivering a Clerk of Works service to private social housing clients in the Norfolk region.

Responsibilities and Duties

As a member of the Clerk of Works team covering the Norfolk area, you will have responsibility to:

• Verify compliance with contractual drawings, warranty standards and employer’s requirements
• Prepare written reports with supporting photographs to a high standard and submit in a timely manner using specialist software
• Complete regular inspections to record any defects identified during the construction process which become apparent during or after completion of works. Ensure these are communicated and escalated to the appropriate person as identified within the contract.
• Organise snagging and end of defect inspections with the client
• Maintain a good client relationship throughout
• Keep yourself up to date with building regulations and compliance

Desired Skills and Experience

A strong candidate for this Norfolk Clerk of Works role will:

• Have worked in a Clerk of Works role previously and be able to take up the role without direct line management on a day to day basis
• Possess a Good knowledge of current Building Regulations and Warranty provider standards
• Be experienced and thorough in reporting processes and escalating potential issues at the appropriate time.
• Demonstrate an attention to detail / inquisitive nature.
• Be able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Be experienced in the use of Microsoft Office 360 e.g. Word, Outlook & Excel.
• Have experience in passive fire safety
• Have experience of using tablet based digital inspection software.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Applicants with MICWCI membership accreditation (awarded by the Institute of Clerk of Works and Construction Inspectorate) are particularly attractive candidates

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This employer and long-term Maxim client, is a premium construction consultancy providing many service lines to clients within the building construction sector.

For many years, the have had a strong order book of work, providing cost, project management and technical Clerk of Works services on a range of projects including social housing, housing, student accommodation, healthcare, care home, industrial, religious, heritage/conservation and insurance-related work.

They operate across the UK but have a focus in the Midlands, South East, South West England and in and around London. Core areas of work include Norfolk, Suffolk, Leicestershire, Hertfordshire, Northamptonshire, West Midlands, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Kent and Greater London.

Diversity, inclusion and well-being are an important part of this employer’s culture and values, and they work to industry-leading Quality Management standards, both externally and internally.

They reward their hard-working staff with generous salaries, bonuses, and assistance with professional development and are happy to cover professional fees.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

Steve Thomas is our specialist consultant managing this position

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