Clerk of Works

Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor

Shrewsbury, Shropshire Major Healthcare Project Construction Consultancy

A leading independent construction and property consultancy is looking for an experienced Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor to join its team in Shrewsbury, working on a significant hospital development.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor to play an important role in the delivery of a large-scale healthcare project, providing an on-site presence and ensuring works are completed in accordance with the contract, drawings, specifications and required quality standards.

The Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor Role

The successful clerk will be responsible for monitoring the quality and progress of construction works on site, identifying defects or non-compliant works and ensuring these are appropriately recorded and addressed.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out regular site inspections throughout the construction programme


• Monitoring workmanship, materials and construction quality


• Ensuring works comply with drawings, specifications and contractual requirements


• Undertaking duties associated with the NEC Supervisor role


• Identifying and recording defects, non-compliance and areas of concern


• Producing clear and detailed inspection reports


• Maintaining accurate photographic and written site records


• Monitoring progress against the agreed construction programme


• Attending project, progress and site meetings


• Liaising with contractors, consultants, client representatives and other stakeholders


• Supporting the wider project team in resolving quality and technical issues


• Ensuring relevant testing and inspections are undertaken and appropriately recorded


• Monitoring health and safety observations and escalating concerns where appropriate


• Supporting the successful handover and completion of the project

The Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a Clerk of Works, NEC Supervisor, Site Inspector or in a similar construction quality role


• ICWCI or MCIOB


• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and workmanship


• Experience working on large or technically complex construction projects


• A good understanding of NEC contracts, ideally including previous experience undertaking NEC Supervisor duties


• Excellent attention to detail


• Strong written reporting and record-keeping skills


• Previous experience working on healthcare, hospital or other major public-sector construction projects would be particularly advantageous.

In Return?
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

• Company pension scheme


• Professional membership fees paid


• Structured training and personal development


• CPD courses and support towards professional qualifications


• Clear long-term career development plan


• Bi-annual career and progression reviews


• Opportunities for promotion and role diversification


• Private healthcare


• Death-in-service benefit


• Supportive and sociable Birmingham-based team


• Regular team events and social activities

REF: 22747MC