Clerk of Works

Critical Project Resourcing Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Housing Association in South London and Surrey is seeking an Interim Clerk of Works on a contract basis to ensure quality assurance for housing projects. Responsibilities include overseeing compliance with specifications and regulations, conducting site inspections, and maintaining relationships with contractors. Ideal candidates will have experience in social housing and hold a recognized construction qualification.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in housing with a local authority or social housing provider.
• Strong track record as a Clerk of Works or Surveyor on complex residential projects.
• Demonstrated ability in managing quality standards on major works.

Responsibilities

• Deliver thorough Quality Assurance for capital and cyclical works.
• Conduct weekly site inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Prepare Health & Safety and site inspection reports.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Health & Safety Compliance

Quality Control Procedures

Construction Qualifications

Education

HNC/HND in a construction-related field

Job description

Interim Clerk of Works – Surrey – £47.45 per hour (Umbrella)

A Housing Association operating across South London and Surrey is seeking an Interim Clerk of Works to support the delivery of high-quality housing projects. This role is offered on a contract basis and is reporting directly to the Major Works Programme Manager.

Role Overview:
You will play a key role in the Quality Assurance of capital and cyclical works being delivered by a Housing Partnership. Working alongside a dedicated team, your responsibility will be to ensure works meet the required specifications, standards, and health & safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver a thorough Quality Assurance / Clerk of Works service across the full range of capital and cyclical work.
- Agree joint quality control procedures with contractors and audit these for compliance and effectiveness.
- Maintain a professional and constructive relationship with contractors’ supervisory staff.
- Review and interrogate specifications and drawings to identify and rectify issues at an early stage.
- Carry out weekly site inspections to verify materials, workmanship, site practices, and compliance with safety standards.
- Prepare detailed Health & Safety and site inspection reports.
- Carry out inspections of completed works to ensure standards are met.
- Prepare and review specifications where necessary.

Requirements:

- Must be a UK Resident.
- Proven experience in housing with a local authority or social housing provider is essential.
- Hold a recognised construction-related qualification (minimum HNC/HND level).
- Strong track record as a Clerk of Works or Surveyor on large or moderately complex residential projects.
- Demonstrated ability in managing quality standards on major capital works programmes.
- Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.