Role: Clerk of Works
Rate: £50- £60 p/hour (Dependent on experience)
Contract: 1 year
Working Arrangements: 5 days per week on site
 
Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Clerk of Works to oversee and manage contract monitoring for street scape and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will ensure that works are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining compliance with design specifications and contractual obligations.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
·Act as the on-site representative, ensuring contractors meet contractual requirements and quality standards.
·Monitor project progress, including works carried out by third parties, and initiate remedial actions when necessary.
·Assist with contract administration and maintain accurate records of works, claims, and expenditure.
·Manage quality assurance processes and provide technical guidance to project teams.
·Liaise with stakeholders, including public representatives, landowners, and businesses.
·Prepare reports and assist in the management of projects under delegated authority.

Skills and Experience Required:
 
·Proven experience in managing civil engineering or infrastructure works contracts.
·Strong ability to assess and negotiate contractual claims and manage associated risks.
·Knowledge of quality processes, site safety, and statutory requirements.
·Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, including utility companies and rail authorities.
·Effective communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to convey technical information clearly.
·Competence in project planning, resource management, and problem-solving.
·Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
·Proficient in relevant computer systems and engineering software.

Qualifications:
 
·Civil engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
·Extensive experience in civil engineering and works contract management at a senior level.
·Knowledge of industry-standard contracts and procedures (e.g., NEC, ICC, highway works standards).

Other Requirements:
 
·Flexibility to work outdoors in varying conditions, at height, in confined spaces, or near watercourses.
·Willingness to work outside standard hours when required.
 
FOOTNOTE:
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. 
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Charlie at Carrington West on 02393876024 for more information.  
 
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