Sustainable Housing Clerk of Works - Quality and Compliance

Building Careers UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A socially-driven housing organisation in Manchester seeks a Clerk of Works to ensure quality and sustainability across residential construction projects. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude towards construction standards. This role offers a competitive day rate in a supportive team environment focused on delivering affordable homes.

Benefits

Agile working

Supportive team environment

Competitive day rate

Qualifications

• Experience in a Clerk of Works, Building Inspector or Site Management role.
• Thorough understanding of building regulations and new build housing.
• Confidence in challenging quality issues professionally.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality, safety and sustainability across new build housing sites.
• Conduct regular site inspections and monitor quality of workmanship.
• Prepare clear and accurate inspection reports with actionable feedback.
• Attend progress meetings and influence best practices.

Skills

Construction standards pride

Communication skills

Report-writing skills

Challenging quality issues

Proactive attitude

Education

MCIOB or MICWCI

Job description

A socially-driven housing organisation in Manchester seeks a Clerk of Works to ensure quality and sustainability across residential construction projects. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude towards construction standards. This role offers a competitive day rate in a supportive team environment focused on delivering affordable homes.