Clerk Of Works

Reed; Warrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local construction firm is seeking a skilled Clerk of Works in Warrington to supervise the construction of public highway projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in highway construction supervision and the ability to ensure compliance with specifications and safety regulations. The contract is short-term with potential extension, offering 37 hours per week. Candidates should be HND qualified in Civil Engineering or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive supervisory experience on public highway construction schemes.
• Proven ability to inspect works and maintain detailed records.
• Knowledge of Chapter 8, Street Works permitting, and CDM Regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and inspect highway and civil engineering works to ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of construction activities.
• Liaise with contractors and statutory undertakers to resolve issues.

Skills

Supervisory experience on public highway construction schemes

Ability to inspect works and maintain detailed records

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Excellent organisational and record-keeping abilities

Education

HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

Full UK driving license

Job description

Clerk of Works

• Location: Borough-wide (site-based with office attendance as required)
• Hours: 37 per week (plus out-of-hours as required)
• Contract: Short-term (initial 16 weeks, potential extension)
• Directorate: Environment & Transport
• Service: Transport for Warrington
• Grade: 8

We are seeking a skilled Clerk of Works to supervise and inspect the construction of a Section 278 Scheme involving the signalisation of a motorway junction, controlled pedestrian crossings, vehicle restraint systems with retaining structures, and associated shared surface routes around the gyratory. The successful candidate will ensure that works are delivered in compliance with approved drawings, traffic management arrangements, permits, and method statements.

Day-to-day of the role

• Oversee and inspect highway and civil engineering works to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and Health & Safety legislation.
• Maintain accurate records of construction activities, progress against programme, and constraints.
• Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and statutory undertakers to resolve issues and maintain programme.
• Ensure traffic management arrangements and temporary works comply with Chapter 8 and relevant regulations.
• Compile defect lists and ensure rectification prior to completion.
• Issue site instructions, monitor method statements and risk assessments, and sign off works.
• Prepare technical reports and respond to queries from stakeholders, elected members, and the public.
• Assist in certifying payments and managing contract variations in line with NEC3 principles.
• Support compliance with Highways Act, Traffic Management Act, and CDM Regulations 2015.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive supervisory experience on public highway construction schemes.
• Proven ability to inspect works and maintain detailed records.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping abilities.
• HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• CSCS card and full UK driving licence.
• Knowledge of Chapter 8, Street Works permitting, CDM Regulations.

Desirable

• NEC3 contract knowledge.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Project management experience.