Clerk of Works - Retrofit

We are currently partnering with a local council based in Hampshire, who are recruiting for a Clerk of Works to join their growing team on a 6-month temporary basis.

This is a full-time position working with a rate of pay being negotiable (subject to experience) and they want someone to start this position immediately.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Supervise building contractors appointed by the Council for the Decarbonisation Retrofit Programme, ensuring high standards of workmanship, adherence to best practices, and full compliance with safety requirements
• Maintain close liaison with contractors and contract administrators to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of works
• Attend site meetings regularly to monitor progress, address issues, and contribute to effective project coordination
• Maintain detailed site records, including work progress, workforce levels, health and safety matters, and overall site conditions
• Stay up to date with developments in the construction industry, particularly in relation to new materials, technologies, and working methods relevant to PAS 2030 and PAS 2035 standards
• Remain informed on all legislative, legal, and technical requirements related to the effective delivery of the retrofit programme
• Encourage and engage in cross-team collaboration, including inter-divisional and inter-departmental communication, as well as liaising with external stakeholders where necessary
• Ensure all works and systems comply with statutory regulations, industry codes of practice, and the Council's Constitution
• Work closely with the Compliance Officer to ensure all health and safety risks are properly assessed, coordinated, and effectively managed on site

Experience required:

• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations
• Working as part of a team
• Computer literate, (experience of using Orchard computer system)
• Supervision of contractors
• Liaison with tenants, contractors, leaseholders and private owners regarding works

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Supervision of Contractors
• Able to meet the travel requirements of the post (70% site based and 30% office based)
• Assisting the Project Manager with validating Contractors' valuations
• Ensuring Health and Safety standards and procedures are followed
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Surveying of buildings and specifying remedial works
• Good all round communication skills at all levels

Rewards and Benefits:

• Flexible working days

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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