Clerk of Works

Bimplus; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Private healthcare

Death in service

CPD support

Career development

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking an experienced Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor to join its team in Shrewsbury on a significant hospital development. You will provide on-site oversight, verify workmanship, materials and quality against drawings and contracts, and help drive timely project delivery.

The role requires NEC contract knowledge, ICWCI or MCIOB, and a proven track record on healthcare or major public-sector builds. Strong reporting and coordination with stakeholders are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Clerk of Works/NEC Supervisor or similar construction quality role.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and supervision duties.
• Excellent reporting and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular site inspections and monitor workmanship and materials.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and contract requirements.
• Produce clear inspection reports and maintain site records.
• Support handover and project completion.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants and client representatives.

Skills

Clerk of Works

NEC Supervisor

Site Inspector

Construction quality

Healthcare projects

Education

ICWCI or MCIOB

Job description

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

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?

• Company pension scheme
• Professional membership fees paid
• Structured training and personal development
• CPD courses and support towards professional qualifications
• Clear long-term career development planBi-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