Senior Clerk of Works / Quality Inspector

People Group Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy based in London is seeking a Senior Clerk of Works / Quality Inspector to lead a new team in their compliance division. This unique role involves conducting site inspections, managing quality assurance, and working closely with stakeholders to drive business growth. Ideal candidates will possess compliance experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a full UK driver's license. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including career development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Car allowance up to £6000

Bonus scheme

Mileage / expenses

Career development

Flexible working

Private healthcare

Generous holiday allowance

Professional membership fees paid

Qualifications

• Proven compliance experience in construction.
• Client facing and interpersonal skills required.
• Full UK driver’s licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction quality.
• Identify and report defects and health & safety risks.
• Collaborate with Building Surveyors and Project Managers.

Skills

Compliance experience

Client facing skills

Interpersonal skills

Business minded

Education

Construction related degree

Member of the ICWCI

Job description

Senior Clerk of Works / Quality Inspector

London / Cambridge

60,000 - £70,000 per annum

People Group has exclusively collaborated with an established real estate building consultancy. We have patterned as we are looking for a Senior Clerk of Works / Site Inspector to lead and head up a new team in the compliance division. This is a truly unique opportunity for a driven, motivated and progressive individual.

You will be joining a dynamic and forward-thinking environment, the practice prides themselves on delivering comprehensive construction advice. My client employees over 200 employees across several offices, building surveying, project management, health & safety and cost management are sectors the business specialise in.

This role is ideal for a Senior Clerk of Works / Quality Inspector who is looking to be the driving force behind a new team. You will work closely with the department heads to shape the team and manage the service line. Liaising with important stakeholders, spotting new business opportunities and expanding the client base are key responsibilities.

The successful Senior Clerk of Works / Quality Inspector will come from a building background, the work is new developments, commercial units, retail spaces and high-rise structures. Sites are in London / Cambridge and the Southeast.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction quality, workmanship, and adherence to specifications.
• Identify and report defects, non-compliance, and health & safety risks, ensuring timely resolution.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal teams
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, findings, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Building Surveyors and Project Managers to ensure design intent is realised on site.
• Provide technical input during pre-construction and construction phases.
• Assist in the development of internal quality assurance protocols and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements and Experience

• Construction related degree (not essential)
• Member of the ICWCI (Institute of Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate)
• Proven compliance experience
• Business minded / driven
• Client facing / interpersonal skills
• Full UK driver’s licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary £60k - £70k
• Car allowance up to £6000
• Bonus scheme
• Mileage / expenses
• Career development
• Progression through to full Partnership
• Generous holiday allowance
• Flexible working
• Private healthcareProfessional membership fees paid