Senior Clerk of Works

Posted 11 September 2026
Salary £70,000
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Property
Reference227237
Contact NameAngus Milnes-James

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy firm based in London, who are recruiting for a Senior Clerk of Works on a permanent contract.

The position is due to start on notice. The salary is up to £70,000 dependent on experience for the opportunity.

The ideal candidate will have experience working on projects within the education sector however this is not essential.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Monitoring and inspecting all works in progress, including those of sub-contractors throughout the execution of the contract for compliance with the specification

  • Informing the Project Manager and the Principal Contractor in writing of any workmanship and materials found not to comply

  • Recording the details of any occurrence or situation thought likely to cause delay or of any delays which do occur in relation to the building contract

  • Maintaining a diary of the progress of works, delays, unsatisfactory workmanship or materials, visitors to the site and weather, on a weekly basis

  • Attending sites and providing the full service as required by the building contract

Experience required:

  • Able to demonstrate relevant experience working on projects in the education sector

  • A chartered member of RICS or ICWCI, or be able to demonstrate relevant experience to become chartered

  • Experience in using Fieldview software

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • Proficient use of IT including tablets

Rewards and Benefits:

  • Pay review every 6 months

  • 4.5% pension contribution matched

  • Life assurance cover for all colleagues (x4 annual salary)

  • Medicash and health plan

  • Professional development scheme

  • Flexible working hours

  • Hybrid working

  • Birthday leave

  • Long-service award

Working hours:

  • 40 hours per week

  • Monday – Friday

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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