Clerk of Works (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) - WDN05984

West Dunbartonshire Council; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland is seeking a professional to supervise contracts and ensure compliance within asset management. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders and upholding high standards of professionalism. Benefits include flexible working options, access to a local government pension scheme, and generous annual leave. The ideal candidate should have experience in contract procurement and asset management.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Local Government pension scheme

Annual leave starting at 25 days

Qualifications

• Experience in contract procurement and asset management.
• Strong compliance knowledge related to statutory procedures and regulations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and report on contracts under construction.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and Council policies.
• Engage with external organizations and stakeholders.

Job description

Job Description

This post sits within the Consultancy Services section of the multi-disciplinary corporate asset management service and will be responsible for supervision and regular reporting of contracts under construction, ensuring an efficient and economic service and displaying the highest values of professionalism.

You will ensure compliance with all appropriate legislation and associated regulations, policy and procedures relating to contract procurement and asset management.

Ensure compliance with relevant statutory procedures and regulations and adherence to Council’s Standing Orders and Financial Regulations.

Working closely with the Senior Clerk of Works, architectural officers, architectural assistants, engineering officers and other key staff within the Asset Management structure on critical projects and initiatives that have an impact on the strategic aims of the Council including the advancement of sustainability in design, energy efficiency and carbon management issues.

The post holder will also engage with other organisations such as the CDM Coordinator (external), public utility companies and public bodies such as the HSE.

The Individual

The successful candidate will benefit from the following:

• WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. In addition to this there are also additional benefits:
• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support

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