Clerk of Works (Fixed Term)

Sovereign Housing Association Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sovereign Network Group as a Clerk of Works, overseeing property maintenance and technical assurance. You'll ensure quality and compliance within our housing projects, performing inspections and providing technical advice, while enhancing energy efficiency and sustainable practices. Enjoy a unique combination of office and site work, with great benefits including a yearly flexible benefit pot and matched pension scheme.

Benefits

£450 yearly flexible benefit pot

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Matched pension scheme up to 12%

Life cover at 4x salary

Options for private medical and dental insurance

Wellbeing discounts for Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Clerk of Works or in a quality assurance role.
• In-depth technical knowledge focused on retrofitting and energy efficiency.
• Valid driver's license for travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform site inspections to ensure construction quality and compliance.
• Liaise with contractors and residents to uphold project continuity.
• Log inspection reports and maintain an audit trail for projects.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Quality Assurance

Sustainable Building Practices

Building Regulations Knowledge

Education

HNC/HND in Building Studies

Construction Management

Job description

Are you an experienced Clerk of Works looking for a new project?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join Sovereign Network Group as Clerk of Works – Property Maintenance & Technical Assurance on a fixed term basis for 12 months. You'll be based from our office in Wembley – London, combining office and home working, as well as site visits across the Wembley and Herts area.

It's a really exciting time to join us as Sovereign have joined forces with Network Homes to form SNG (Sovereign Network Group). Together we provide over 84,000 homes and invest in communities across London and the South of England – our purpose being to provide quality affordable homes and places that people love for generations.

What you'll be doing

As Clerk of Works, you'll play a vital role in ensuring quality and compliance within our Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) and Planned Works programs.

You'll perform site inspections, ensure adherence to building standards, provide technical advice, and liaise with contractors and residents to maintain project momentum. Responsibilities include:

• Performing frequent inspections at various project sites to assess construction quality, ensuring that works align with contractual specifications, building standards, and design details
• Logging inspection reports, issuing reports for non-compliance, and maintaining a comprehensive audit trail. Accurate records are crucial for internal use and external audits as required by SHDF and planned works requirements
• Serving as a point of contact on-site for contractors, guiding them on project requirements and ensuring compliance with the SHDF and planned works programs
• Providing technical support and advice to ensure adherence to construction and retrofit best practices, specifically in energy efficiency and sustainable design, helping meet SHDF's goals
• Acting as a liaison between the project team and residents, ensuring they understand the scope and benefits of retrofit and planned works projects, particularly in relation to SHDF decarbonisation measures
• Regularly assessing quality control processes and suggesting improvements based on lessons learned from ongoing and completed projects and aiming for efficiency and enhanced outcomes on SHDF and Planned Works

What we need from you

You should have previous experience in a Clerk of Works or similar quality assurance role, preferably in housing or public sector works. You'll need to demonstrate in-depth technical knowledge and exceptional attention to detail, focusing on retrofitting and energy efficiency improvements. You'll also need:

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Building Studies, Construction Management, or related field
• Strong knowledge of construction standards, building regulations, energy efficiency measures, and sustainable building practices, particularly in relation to retrofit and decarbonisation projects
• Ability to meticulously inspect works to ensure quality and compliance with standards
• Demonstrable experience in identifying quality issues and recommending solutions that align with project objectives
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various sites as required

Your Benefits

We have some great benefits at SNG, including:

• £450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
• Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and Life cover at 4x salary
• Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover
• Wellbeing discounts, including Gym Memberships and access to a 24/7 virtual GP service

At Sovereign Network Group, we are passionate about inclusion for all and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG. Take a look at our careers site to learn more about us and our values.

If you're experienced in construction quality assurance, knowledgeable about sustainable building practices, and passionate about delivering excellence, we would love to hear from you!