Construction Quality Inspector

Stride Resourcing; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to oversee various construction projects. This role involves ensuring compliance with project specifications, monitoring subcontractors, and preparing detailed reports. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential and retrofit projects, a valid driver's license, and proficiency with modern technology, including Fieldview software. The position offers flexible hours and hybrid working options, along with attractive perks such as life assurance, mental health support, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about quality assurance in construction, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Life assurance cover (four times salary)

Mental health support

Birthday leave

Biannual pay reviews

Pension scheme (4.5% employer-matched)

Professional development sponsorship

Two paid CSR days

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience in new build residential, retrofit, and external wall remediation.
• Must have a valid driver’s licence and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect ongoing work, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports, manage tasks, and track progress.

Skills

Quality Control Inspection

Project Compliance Monitoring

Report Preparation

Technical Query Resolution

Fieldview Software Proficiency

Education

Chartership (advantageous)

CIOB or ICWCI Membership (willingness to work towards)

Tools

Fieldview

Tablets

Job description

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We are looking for a Quality Control Inspector to oversee projects, including new build residential, retrofit, and external wall remediation. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential for travel between sites.

This role is Manchester-based, with travel across Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, and surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and inspect ongoing work, including subcontractors, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Report workmanship or material issues to the Project Manager and Principal Contractor.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports, manage tasks, and track progress using Fieldview.
• Maintain accurate work diaries, recording potential delays, site conditions, and any disruptions.
• Provide practical advice to keep projects on schedule.
• Address technical queries related to drawings and specifications.
• Attend project sites and perform inspections in line with contract requirements.

Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver’s licence and access to a car.
• Experience in new build residential, retrofit, and external wall remediation.
• Previous experience in a similar role (Quality Control Inspector, Assistant Site Manager, or Site Manager).
• Chartership is an advantage but not essential.
• Willing to work towards CIOB or ICWCI membership.
• Proficiency with modern technology, including tablets and Fieldview software.
• Flexible hours & hybrid working (core hours 10am-4.15pm, 7.25-hour workday).
• Life assurance cover (four times salary).
• Mental health support and birthday leave.
• Biannual pay reviews and pension scheme (4.5% employer-matched).
• Professional development with sponsorship of fees.
• Two paid CSR days and regular social events.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

Construction