Home-Based Clerk of Works & Site Inspector

EC Recruitment Group; Stonham Earl; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

EC Recruitment Group is working with a respected multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy to appoint a Clerk of Works who will work from home across the UK. The role involves inspecting new-build and refurbishment projects in Norfolk and Suffolk, with very occasional travel to the London head office.

You will monitor progress, verify compliance with drawings and regulations, and produce clear reports for clients and project teams.

Qualifications

• Previous Clerk of Works or construction-inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of building construction, workmanship and quality standards.
• Experience inspecting residential new-build and/or refurbishment projects.
• Understanding Building Regulations and warranty-provider standards.
• Familiarity with JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Strong written reporting and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and tablet-based inspection software.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Undertake regular inspections of new builds and refurbishment projects.
• Monitor progress and verify that works comply with contractual drawings, employer's requirements, Building Regulations and warranty standards.
• Identify and report on defects, discrepancies and workmanship issues.
• Maintain accurate and current defect trackers.
• Undertake snagging, de-snagging and end-of-defects inspections.
• Produce detailed, timely inspection reports supported by photographs.
• Liaise confidently with contractors, consultants, clients and project teams.
• Maintain project records in accordance with company quality-assurance procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Autonomous working

UK driving licence

Education

Membership of ICWCI or CIOB desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tablet-based inspection software

Job description

EC Recruitment Group is working with a respected multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy to appoint a Clerk of Works who will work from home across the UK. The role involves inspecting new-build and refurbishment projects in Norfolk and Suffolk, with very occasional travel to the London head office.

You will monitor progress, verify compliance with drawings and regulations, and produce clear reports for clients and project teams.