Clerk of Works

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Willenhall; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established construction consultancy in the UK is seeking a Clerk of Works to monitor construction sites and ensure compliance with specifications. The role involves preparing progress reports and liaising with project teams. Ideal candidates will have a construction degree, significant experience in site-based roles, and strong communication skills. This position offers a starting salary up to £45k, along with various benefits including a car allowance, generous holiday leave, and a hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Starting salary up to £45k

Car allowance

Up to 30 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working and home-based flexibility

Bonus schemes

Pension contribution

Life assurance

Extensive training and CPD programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in related projects.
• Proven site-based experience in a Clerk of Works or quality control role.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction works to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Check quality of workmanship and materials; report defects.
• Prepare progress reports and inspection notes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client-facing skills

Self-motivation

Education

RICS or CIOB accredited construction degree

MRICS, MCIOB or LICWCI

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Bennett & Game are working with a well‑established, multi‑disciplinary construction consultancy that provides professional services across the social housing sector. With a long history of delivering high‑quality surveying and project management services, the business continues to grow and is now seeking a Clerk of Works to join their expanding team.

This is a home‑based role covering Birmingham and the surrounding areas, working closely with Building Surveyors, Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers across a variety of new build and refurbishment schemes.

Clerk of Works Salary & Benefits

• Starting salary up to £45k DOE
• Car allowance
• Up to 30 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working and home‑based flexibility
• 9‑day fortnight rota option
• Bonus schemes
• 3‑5 percent pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Payment of professional institute fees and examination costs
• Extensive training and CPD programme
• Regular performance and salary reviews
• Funded social and team‑building events

Clerk of Works Job Overview

• Monitoring construction works on‑site to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and regulations
• Checking quality of workmanship and materials, reporting defects or deviations
• Preparing progress reports, photographic records and inspection notes
• Attending site meetings and liaising with project teams, contractors and clients
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed and escalating issues where required
• Conducting snagging, final inspections and supporting contract administration functions
• Acting as a key link between site teams and consultancy staff to ensure smooth delivery

Clerk of Works Job Requirements

• RICS or CIOB accredited construction degree preferred
• MRICS, MCIOB or LICWCI desirable but not essential
• Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience, ideally across new build and refurbishment projects
• Proven site‑based experience in a similar Clerk of Works or quality control role
• Strong communication and client‑facing skills
• Ability to work autonomously with a high level of self‑motivation
• Competent with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.