MICWCI Clerk of Works

TN United Kingdom; Essex; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a diligent inspector to oversee residential new builds. This role involves ensuring compliance with building regulations, preparing high-quality reports, and maintaining strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of current building standards and be proficient in digital inspection tools. Join a company committed to excellence, where your contributions will be valued and rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including a discretionary bonus and generous holiday allowance. If you're looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Reimbursement of Business Travel Expenses

Generous Holiday Allowance

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of current Building Regulations and Warranty provider standards.
• Thorough in reporting processes and escalating potential issues.
• Experience in new build high rise developments is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Verifying compliance with contractual drawings and warranty standards.
• Preparing detailed reports and conducting regular inspections.
• Organising snagging and end of defect inspections with the client.

Skills

Building Regulations Knowledge

Reporting Processes

Effective Communication

Microsoft Office 360

Digital Inspection Software

Fire Safety Standards

New Build Developments

Education

Membership of Institute of Clerks of Works

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Tablet-based Inspection Software

Job description

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The work will involve undertaking regular inspections of predominantly residential new builds to monitor progress, verifying compliance with contractual drawings, warranty standards and employer’s requirements.

You will need the ability to identify discrepancies and defects, prepare written reports with supporting photographs and on regular intervals organise and undertake snagging and end of defect inspections with the Client in attendance.

The right candidate will need to be confident in liaising with Building Contractors and preparing detailed reports for Employer’s Agents and Project Management.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Verifying compliance with contractual drawings, warranty standards and employer’s requirements
• Preparing written reports with supporting photographs to a high standard and submit in a timely way
• Completing regular inspections to record any defects identified throughout construction which become apparent after completion of works. Ensure these are communicated and escalated to the appropriate person as identified within the contract.
• Organising snagging and end of defect inspections with the client
• Maintaining a good client relationship throughout
• Keeping yourself up to date with building regulations and compliance

Desired Skills and Experience

• A Good knowledge of current Building Regulations and Warranty provider standards etc.
• Thorough in reporting processes and escalating potential issues at the appropriate time.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Office 360 e.g. Word, Outlook & Excel.
• Experience in passive fire safety and re - cladding projects is desirable.
• Experience in new build high rise developments would be ideal.
• Experience in using tablet based digital inspection software.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Membership of Institute of Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate GB.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This employer is a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy, committed to providing high-quality cost-effective solutions that exceed client expectations.

The vision of this employer is to be identified as a trusted client advisor, national in reach, local in service and selected for their quality and expertise in the build environment.

They pride themselves in reliable personal service, provided by motivated, professional technical experts.
They reward their hard-working staff with benefits and are keen to get you working towards professional qualifications.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Discretionary bonus
• Excellent contributory pension
• Life assurance
• Reimbursement of business travel expenses
• Generous holiday allowance with option to take extra leave and carry over unused leave.