Clerk Of Works
Posted 2 days ago
- Lambeth, Greater London
- Temporary
- £27.48 to £36.34 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In a month
A housing association is currently looking for a Clerk of Works on a temporary basis for about 3 months.
Key responsibilities
Support the local Asset team and client in providing professional advice and good understanding of the profile of the range of properties in the area, primarily residential but including some commercial property
Project manage complex works within all aspects of planned and reactive works to support the client and develop a good understanding of the profile of the properties in the area, primarily residential but including some commercial property
Review technical and material specifications including Contractor proposals and advise on fitness for purpose in achieving required life cycle for component and value for money
Inspect works on site to ensure materials are consistent with contract requirements
Attend inspections on site at regular intervals to address the needs of the works
Develop & compile a standard quality inspection report format for weekly and stage inspections in consultation with the Asset Team .
Follow each site visit; provide a detailed report, including photographs of progress
Attend site, pre- and post-contract meetings and other such meetings required by the Asset Team
Obtain from the contractor certificates of testing including as appropriate: manufacturer’s testing certificates; details and results of all tests; and witness tests
Inspect setting out works to ensure that they are in accordance with working drawings
Attend inspections on site to agree quality levels prior to handover. This is to include attendance at all snagging and de-snagging meetings on site. Reinspect the works to ensure items identified have been completed and to ensure compliance with the agreed standards and that all required certification is in place.
Investigate service complaints on behalf of clients, outlining recommendations to either resolve or deliver service improvements and ensure that customers are kept informed of actions
Conduct Stock Condition Surveys as directed by the Assets team
Pay £27.48 PAYE £36.34 Umbrella
Essential requirements
Appropriate building qualifications and/or relevant experience
Understanding and experience in using Contract documents
Knowledge and ability to write detailed technical reports
Experience of project management / programme of works
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
Must be immediately available or on short notice
Key responsibilities
Support the local Asset team and client in providing professional advice and good understanding of the profile of the range of properties in the area, primarily residential but including some commercial property
Project manage complex works within all aspects of planned and reactive works to support the client and develop a good understanding of the profile of the properties in the area, primarily residential but including some commercial property
Review technical and material specifications including Contractor proposals and advise on fitness for purpose in achieving required life cycle for component and value for money
Inspect works on site to ensure materials are consistent with contract requirements
Attend inspections on site at regular intervals to address the needs of the works
Develop & compile a standard quality inspection report format for weekly and stage inspections in consultation with the Asset Team .
Follow each site visit; provide a detailed report, including photographs of progress
Attend site, pre- and post-contract meetings and other such meetings required by the Asset Team
Obtain from the contractor certificates of testing including as appropriate: manufacturer’s testing certificates; details and results of all tests; and witness tests
Inspect setting out works to ensure that they are in accordance with working drawings
Attend inspections on site to agree quality levels prior to handover. This is to include attendance at all snagging and de-snagging meetings on site. Reinspect the works to ensure items identified have been completed and to ensure compliance with the agreed standards and that all required certification is in place.
Investigate service complaints on behalf of clients, outlining recommendations to either resolve or deliver service improvements and ensure that customers are kept informed of actions
Conduct Stock Condition Surveys as directed by the Assets team
Pay £27.48 PAYE £36.34 Umbrella
Essential requirements
Appropriate building qualifications and/or relevant experience
Understanding and experience in using Contract documents
Knowledge and ability to write detailed technical reports
Experience of project management / programme of works
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
Must be immediately available or on short notice