Clerk of Works

Interim Clerk of Works – Surrey – £47.45 per hour (Umbrella)

A Housing Association operating across South London and Surrey is seeking an Interim Clerk of Works to support the delivery of high-quality housing projects. This role is offered on a contract basis and is reporting directly to the Major Works Programme Manager.

Role Overview:
You will play a key role in the Quality Assurance of capital and cyclical works being delivered by a Housing Partnership. Working alongside a dedicated team, your responsibility will be to ensure works meet the required specifications, standards, and health & safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a thorough Quality Assurance / Clerk of Works service across the full range of capital and cyclical work.
• Agree joint quality control procedures with contractors and audit these for compliance and effectiveness.
• Maintain a professional and constructive relationship with contractors’ supervisory staff.
• Review and interrogate specifications and drawings to identify and rectify issues at an early stage.
• Carry out weekly site inspections to verify materials, workmanship, site practices, and compliance with safety standards.
• Prepare detailed Health & Safety and site inspection reports.
• Carry out inspections of completed works to ensure standards are met.
• Prepare and review specifications where necessary.

Requirements:

• Must be a UK Resident.
• Proven experience in housing with a local authority or social housing provider is essential.
• Hold a recognised construction-related qualification (minimum HNC/HND level).
• Strong track record as a Clerk of Works or Surveyor on large or moderately complex residential projects.
• Demonstrated ability in managing quality standards on major capital works programmes.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.