Clerk of Works

Our client, based across East Berkshire and West London, is recruiting for a Clerk of Works on a permanent basis.

The position is due to start immediately on a full time basis. The salary will be up to £53,000.

The ideal candidate will have experience working on new build projects, and hold an ICWCI accreditation.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Manage a portfolio of largely residential construction new build projects
• Ensure works on site are carried out in compliance with all required construction standards such as specifications, plans and contract documents
• Recommend any aspect of works which do not conform to the plans, specifications, or schedules of works and other documentation of which might be unsatisfactory for other reasons of design, workmanship or cost
• Inform of poor quality of materials, suggesting changes to specifications to improve customer satisfaction and value for money
• Handing over inspections for kitchens and bathrooms, full house upgrades for voids and decants and external works included doors and windows, external wall insulation and roof repairs
• Identifying technical problems on site and recommend corrective action to the project team
• Liaising with surveyor managers, client’s representative and contractors and resolve any queries they may have had
• Inspect, record and report works in progress, ensuring correct materials provided and work is carried out according to specifications
• Ensuring that projects were delivered efficiently within defined levels of expenditure, time constraints and quality

Experience required:

• New build project work is essential
• Experience in residential homes and care homes is desirable

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Membership of ICWCI or equivalent construction related professional body (i.e. CIOB)
• Possession of a CSCS
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and identify any issues with the quality of construction

Working hours:

• 5 hours per week

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

For further information on the position, please contact Tom Lloyd-Mead or Sonny Butfoy on 0207-430 1284 or please email enquiries to tlloydmead@jarsolutions.co.uk.

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

KEYWORDS: New Build; Site Inspector; Clerk of Works; ICWCI

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