Clerk of Works

Posted 15 January 2026
Salary £43k - 45k per year
LocationBirmingham
Discipline Property
Reference173521
Contact NameAngus Milnes-James

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with an established multi-disciplinary construction consultancy, who are looking to appoint a Clerk of Works on a permanent basis.

This will be a full-time position based in Birmingham, with hybrid working (2/3 days home working) and a salary of up to £45,000 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have five years post qualification experience, ideally in both new build & refurbishment projects.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Monitoring construction works on-site for compliance with technical specifications, drawings, and regulations
  • Ensuring quality workmanship and materials, reporting any defects or deviations
  • Attending site meetings and liaising closely with project teams, contractors, and clients
  • Ensuring health and safety practices are followed and escalate concerns where necessary
  • Preparing snagging and final inspection reports
  • Supporting the Employer’s Agent/Contract Administrator in ensuring smooth project delivery

Experience required:

  • MRICS/MCIOB/LICWCI qualified desirable but not essential
  • Proven site experience & providing similar services in your current role

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Managing the client relationship and service delivery on a project-by-project basis 
  • Confident communicator & experienced in client facing roles
  • A ‘self-starter’ able to be trusted to work with a high degree of autonomy & self-motivation

Rewards and Benefits:

  • Up to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Hybrid working environment
  • 9-day fortnight rota option for flexible work/life balance opportunities
  • 3-5% Contributory pension scheme & four times salary life assurance
  • Regular performance and salary reviews to ensure our people progress in their careers
  • Payment of Professional Institute training/examination fees/ subscription fees

Working hours:

  • Monday – Friday
  • 08:30 – 17:00

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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