Clerk of works

Clerk of Works - Damp and Mould

Location: Sutton - Greater London
Contract Length: Temporary
Rate: PAYE: £247.14 per day - Umbrella LTD: £324.99 per day

On behalf of our Local Authority client, we are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join their team in a rewarding role supporting the delivery of essential public services across the borough. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced construction, housing, or surveying professionals with a strong background in social housing repairs, damp & mould inspections, contractor management, and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed inspections of social housing properties and communal areas.
• Assess completed works for quality, compliance, and workmanship standards.
• Identify issues relating to damp, mould, fire safety, structural defects, and repairs.
• Monitor contractors and ensure works are completed in line with specifications.
• Sign off completed remedial and maintenance works where appropriate.
• Produce detailed inspection reports and maintain accurate records.
• Support planned maintenance and compliance programmes.
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders across multiple sites.
• Provide technical advice and recommendations on future maintenance requirements.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Clerk of Works, Building Inspector, Building Surveyor, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of building repairs, maintenance, and construction standards.
• Experience within social housing, local authority, or public sector environments.
• Understanding of damp & mould regulations and building safety compliance.
• Experience monitoring contractors and enforcing quality standards.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Ability to work independently across multiple properties/sites.
• Experience within planned maintenance or major works programmes is highly desirable.