Clerk of Works

Job Title: Clerk of WorksType: Temporary - initial 6 monthsLocation: CardiffSalary: Salary equivalent of £42,000 - £45,000 per annumHours: Full Time BRC are working closely with our client to recruit a Clerk of Works to join their team on an initial 6-month contract to provide sickness cover, with the potential for extension. This role involves overseeing residential development, refurbishment and acquisition projects, carrying out site inspections, managing contractor performance, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, compliance and customer satisfaction.Duties:

• Carry out Clerk of Works duties across residential development and refurbishment projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure works meet quality standards, specifications, NHQS requirements and building regulations.
• Monitor construction progress, workmanship and health and safety compliance.
• Manage refurbishment, warranty, demolition and new build housing projects.
• Support Section 106 developments, liaising with developers and key stakeholders.
• Oversee contractor performance and contract management throughout project delivery.
• Build positive working relationships with contractors, consultants, tenants and internal teams.
• Liaise with residents throughout projects, providing updates and resolving any concerns.
• Assist with acquisitions, refurbishment programmes and new housing developments.
• Review schedules of work and provide technical advice where required.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Requirements:

• Previous experience within residential construction, housing or property development.
• Strong experience carrying out site inspections and quality assurance.
• Good knowledge of NHQS, building regulations and construction standards.
• Experience managing contractors and administering contracts.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise a varied workload.
• Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel between office and site locations.
• Membership of, or working towards, the Institute of Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate (ICWCI) is desirable.
• Experience within a housing association or local authority is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of residential developments and refurbishment projects.
• Mileage paid from the office to site (currently £0.55 per mile).
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on the delivery of quality affordable housing.

For more information, please call Meg Smith on or . To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. At BRC Recruitment, we try to respond to all applications, however, due to the high volume of applications, this is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.REFERRAL SCHEME: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 once they have completed 3 months in a role via BRC! Terms and conditions apply - contact us for details.