Senior Clerk of Works

Hollis

The Role

Overview

Lead Clerk of Works overseeing quality, safety, and compliance on construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • site inspections
  • defect reporting
  • quality assurance
  • fire safety
  • safety management
  • project support

Tasks

-Liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure CDM and H&S obligations are met. -Identify and report defects, non-compliance, and health & safety risks, ensuring timely resolution. -Assist in the development of internal quality assurance protocols and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives -Provide technical input during pre-construction and construction phases. -Project Management: Supporting PMs with on-site verification and progress reporting. -Fire Safety: Identifying fire safety risks and ensuring compliance with fire strategy during construction. -Building Surveying: Ensuring that survey recommendations are implemented correctly during refurbishment or remedial works. -Health and Safety: Flagging safety concerns for attention by the principal contractor. -Collaborate with Building Surveyors and Project Managers to ensure design intent is realised on site. -Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction quality, workmanship, and adherence to specifications. -Maintain detailed records of inspections, findings, and corrective actions.

Requirements

  • fabric inspection
  • fire safety
  • cdm 2015
  • nebosh
  • clerkworks
  • communication

What You Bring

-Demonstrable experience in fabric inspection and fire safety compliance, including familiarity with passive fire protection systems and fire stopping. -Working knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and Health & Safety legislation. -Relevant qualifications (e.g. ICWCI membership, NEBOSH Construction Certificate, HNC/HND in Construction or similar). -Proven experience in a Clerk of Works or site inspection role, ideally within a consultancy environment. -Excellent communication and reporting skills. -Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and regulations. -Environmental and M&E: Flagging sustainability or services-related issues that may impact performance or compliance. -Ability to work independently and impartially.

Benefits

-5% Employer pension contribution -Season ticket loan -25 days of holiday and an extra day off on your birthday -Life assurance and private medical insurance -Cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers, gym discounts and more -EV car scheme -Longevity awards

The Company

About Hollis

-Specializes in offering technical solutions for property, construction, and infrastructure projects. -Known for delivering successful projects in sectors such as commercial, residential, and industrial. -Operates across various regions, working with clients in both the public and private sectors. -Frequently involved in major urban development and regeneration schemes that shape cities and communities. -Highly regarded for its ability to drive innovation and sustainability in every aspect of its work.

Sector Specialisms

Charities and not for profit

Education

Energy and utilities

Healthcare

Heritage, arts and culture

Hotels

Infrastructure

Life sciences and technology

Industrial

Logistics

Office

Retail

Life sciences

Healthcare

Leisure

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