Clerk of Works (Electrical) - (Re-advertisement) - GLA13503

Glasgow City Council; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Electrical Clerk of Works to join their Property and Consulting Services department. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for monitoring electrical works on-site, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards, and supporting the design team with surveys and small-scale designs. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to various projects across Glasgow, making a significant impact on the quality and safety of electrical services. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and quality assurance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and contract specifications.
• Experience in quality monitoring and compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure compliance of electrical works with specifications and standards.
• Review contractors' work and issue notices for remedial actions as necessary.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Knowledge

Quality Monitoring

Contract Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Electrical Engineering Qualification

Job description

Job Description

The opportunity to deliver a key role within Glasgow City Council’s Property and Consulting Services department.

This post will carry out on-site electrical clerks of works duties for various projects around Glasgow and report to the Assistant Group Manager.

Specific roles will include:

1. Obtain a thorough understanding of the contract through a detailed review of the drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and other related documents.
2. Monitor the quality of work as it progresses to ensure that it complies with the drawings/specification and good industry practice.
3. Issue remedial work notices immediately to the electrical services contractors should materials or workmanship fall below the required standard and bring such matters to the attention of the Electrical Engineer/Contract Administrator.
4. Review the electrical services contractors' weekly and other short-term programmes and advise the Electrical Engineer/Contract Administrator of findings.
5. Witness and record all tests and commissioning activities/results required by the specification, public utilities or statutory authorities.
6. Support the design team and carry out surveys of existing buildings services and carry out small-scale design.

Please note this is a re-advertisement and previous applicants should not re-apply.

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Further Information

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