Quality Manager/Clerk of Works
- Posted 11 July 2025
- Salary £250 - 280 per day
- LocationGreater London
- Discipline Property
- Reference118801
- Contact NameRiddhi Shukla
Job description
We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in North London, who are recruiting for a Clerk of Works on a temporary three month contract. The position is due to start immediately, with the potential to go full time. The daily rate for this role is between £250 - £280 per day via umbrella dependent on experience.
As a minimum they are looking for a candidate with a CSCS card, with new builds being the focus of the contract.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Scrutinise drawings and specifications of designated projects
- Collaborate with the Project Manager and Technical Manager, liaise with the Property Services and Housing Management teams on any technical issues that have scheme management or maintenance implications
- Attend meetings during the development of the design
- Attend the monthly on-site Progress Meetings to report on progress and quality control matters
- Carry out standard setting, Key Stage, Pre-closeup, functional and Snagging Inspections
- Contribute to the management of latent and other problematic defects by providing a high level of technical input and advice
- Liaise with Technical and Quality Team on workload and agree distribution of time across projects
Experience required:
- Minimum of 2 years' recent experience in one of the following roles in the UK, preferably in the Housing Sector
- Experience of inspecting construction projects at all stages of construction from demolition/site clearance to handover including standard setting, pre-closeup, pre-strike, functional and snagging inspections
Skills, knowledge and expertise required:
- Knowledge of other bodies whose requirements and standards are applicable to residential construction
- Thorough knowledge of building process and the roles of the different trades and professions
- Understanding of the client relationship with Contractors and house builders in Design and Build contracts/ Development Agreements respectively
- Ability to read and interpret design and fabrication drawings and specifications
Rewards and Benefits:
- Hybrid working
- Flexible working days
Working hours:
- 35 hours per week
- Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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