Quality Assurance (QA) / Clerk Of Works

Latcom plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) / Clerk of Works to oversee solar farm projects. The role involves establishing quality standards, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have proven QA experience, a valid CSCS card, and a full driving licence. This position requires occasional travel and overnight stays, with covered travel and accommodation expenses.

Qualifications

• A valid CSCS card.
• Full driving licence.
• A UTR number under CIS (Sole trader scheme).
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Defining quality procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Performing manual or automated tests and inspections.
• Investigating root causes of defects and issues.
• Gathering and analysing data on defects and performance.

Skills

Proven QA and Clerk of Works experience

Construction Expertise

Inspection Skills

Job description

Quality Assurance (QA) / Clerk of Works required working on my clients Solar Farm projects around the UK.

Job Requirements

• A valid CSCS card.
• Full driving licence.
• A UTR number under CIS (Sole trader scheme).
• You must be happy to travel around and stay overnight occasionally. Travel and accommodation will be covered.

Core Quality Assurance/Clerk of Works Job Duties

• Establishing Quality Standards: Defining, negotiating, and agreeing on in-house quality procedures, standards, and specifications based on client needs, industry regulations (like ISO standards), and business goals.
• Executing Testing and Inspections: Performing manual or automated tests, conducting inspections, and monitoring processes to ensure compliance with defined standards and to identify defects or errors.
• Collaborating on Issue Resolution: Working closely with development, production, and management teams to investigate the root causes of problems and ensure timely implementation of fixes and corrective actions.
• Monitoring and Reporting Metrics: Gathering and analysing data on defects, performance, and customer complaints to produce reports for management and identify trends for improvement.

Technical & Industry Knowledge

• Proven QA and Clerk of Works experience essential.
• Construction Expertise: Deep understanding of building trades, materials, methods, and complex specifications.
• Legal Compliance: Knowledge of Building Regulations, Health & Safety laws, and contract law (JCT, NHBC) etc…
• Inspection Skills: Ability to diagnose defects, check work against drawings, and assess material quality.

Please send in your CV if you have the above skills.