Clerk Of Works

HD McKay; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Career progression

CPD training

Industry events access

Job summary

HD McKay in Ireland is seeking a Clerk of Works with strong supervisory experience on domestic building projects. You will monitor quality, safety, and contract compliance, liaising with clients, contractors and design teams to deliver high standards.

The ideal candidate holds relevant construction qualifications or membership of Institute of Clerk of Works, with driving licence and proficient IT skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM systems.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant third-level qualification in a construction-related discipline or an equivalent professional qualification.
• National Certificate/National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering issued by NCDEA/FETAC.
• Membership of Institute of Clerk of Works in Ireland or equivalent supervisory qualifications or experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to in-house design teams across building, civil, architectural and structural projects in construction oversight.
• Write clear and concise reports and maintain project records.
• Identify and address construction issues proactively to ensure quality control.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors and design teams to ensure project objectives are met.

Skills

Clerk of Works role

Quality monitoring

Planning & organisation

Team collaboration

IT literacy

Education

Third-level construction qualification

National Certificate/National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM systems

Job description

HD McKay continue to grow in line with our strategic plan and now have an opportunity for a Clerk of Works.

HD McKay is a vibrant multi-disciplinary consultancy practice of Architects, Civil, Structural and Fire Engineers.. Some of our senior technical team members have worldwide experience and have worked on prestigious projects from Formula 1 racetracks, hospitals, educational facilities, multiple residential developments, and passive design certified developments to name a few.

With over 20 years of experience in engineering and construction projects, we provide professional services to Businesses, Corporations, Local Authorities, Public Bodies, Solicitors, and Individuals on a range of Commercial, Industrial and Domestic projects.

We are seeking well-motivated, enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic team. Due to the large volume of domestic building projects currently on site we have the following position available:

Clerk of Works

We need an individual who is………….

• Is self-motivated, driven, and successful, with highly developed planning & organisational skills and a flexible attitude.
• Has excellent attention to detail
• Can ensure the projects we design are completed to the highest of standards in accordance with the relevant Statutory Regulations.
• Is client & quality-focused, continuously improvement-minded with fresh ideas to improve current work systems.
• Can work well in a team environment.
• Is focused on the short and long-term profitability and strategic growth of the Company.
• Provides support to our in-house design team members across a wide range of Building, Civil, Architectural & Structural Engineering projects in the construction oversight of their project designs.

The candidate must:

• (a) hold a relevant third-level qualification in a construction-related discipline or hold an equivalent professional qualification.

Or

• (b) hold a National Certificate/National Diploma in Construction Studies or Civil Engineering issued by the National Council for Education Awards/Further Education Training Awards Council.

Or

• in the case of an office involving building construction work – as an alternative to the qualification at (a) – be a member of the Institute of Clerk of Works in Ireland, or possess a full course certificate in building issued by the Technical Instruction Branch of the Department of Education or a first-class Technological Certificate (Intermediate Stage) or a Technological Certificate (Advanced Stage) issued by the Department of Education or have had satisfactory supervisory experience of building work, with particular reference to domestic housing projects.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years’ experience working on building projects at senior level or supervisory capacity.
• Expertise in monitoring quality standards and health and safety regulations
• Thorough working knowledge of the Building Control (Amendment) Regulations 2014.
• Have significant knowledge of standard construction details of domestic buildings extending to modern methods of construction being desirable.
• Have proven project delivery of building or civil engineering projects.
• Be capable of writing clear and concise reports, keeping work records, measuring and recording all variations from contract and reading drawings and specifications.
• Have excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors and design teams
• Proven ability to identify and address construction issues proactively and knowledgably, ensuring quality control.
• Have a satisfactory knowledge of the surveying, levelling and setting out of works.
• Have satisfactory P.C. skills.
• Hold a current Full Driving Licence.

Each candidate must satisfy HD McKay that they have adequate experience of a type which would render them suitable to perform satisfactorily the duties Clerk of Works particularly relating to domestic building construction.

• Possess strong IT skills –Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Development and maintaining CRM systems.
• Possess excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to organise, complete and assign tasks.
• At all times to be reliable, responsible, and dependable working in a highly professional manner fulfilling all obligations on time.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate/accessible and organised documentation.
• Ability to work independently & as part of a team: capable of taking initiative and working efficiently both independently and collaboratively with others.
• Be focused and productive while handling multiple projects, tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

We invest in our people because they are central to everything we achieve:

Rewards & Recognition

• Highly competitive remuneration package
• Progressive performance management system
• Staff discount at the local Gym Facility
• Internal onboarding
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Experience across a broad range of specialisms and project scales
• Online training initiatives
• CPD training
• Full support toward professional Chartership
• Continuous learning and upskilling
• Access to CITA and other industry events
• Regular social events and team activities

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