Highways Clerk of Works

Posted 13 March 2026
Salary £35 - 40 per hour
LocationDurham
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration1 Year
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000064181

Job description

Highways Clerk of Works Vacancy- Outside IR35
North East England
Contract - 12 Months
£35-£40 per hour- Outside IR35


I am currently recruiting for an experienced Highways Clerk of Works to support a programme of highway works across the North East of England.
This is an initial 12-month contract working on a range of heritage and Active Travel schemes, ensuring works are delivered safely, to specification and in line with required standards.


This role will suit someone with strong site supervision experience within highways or civil engineering, who is comfortable overseeing contractors and reporting on progress and quality of works.


Key Responsibilities


·Carry out regular site inspections to monitor progress and quality of works
·Ensure construction activities comply with design specifications, standards and health & safety requirements
·Monitor contractor performance and workmanship on site
·Identify and report defects, non-compliance or safety issues
·Maintain clear site records, reports and documentation
·Liaise with project managers, engineers and contractors to support project delivery
Requirements
·Minimum 5 years' experience in a Highways Clerk of Works, Site Supervisor or similar role
·Experience working on highways, infrastructure or public realm projects
·Good understanding of highway construction methods and specifications
·Ability to confidently challenge contractors where works do not meet required standards
·Local authority experience preferred, but not essential


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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