Job Description

Were seeking a dedicated Clerk of Works on a contract basis. This position focuses on overseeing highway improvement operations to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with all relevant construction standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting Engineers in delivering highway improvement schemes from initial site inspections through to the completion of construction works

Monitoring contractors undertaking highway improvement operations and traffic management activities

Carrying out site inspections, checking site measurements, and creating comprehensive site records

Acting as the point of contact during construction, liaising with stakeholders including clients, contractors, and the public

Ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental processes

Collaborating with the Client, Contractor, and local communities to ensure the successful delivery of projects

Job Requirements:

Demonstrable experience and extensive knowledge of highway improvement operations, including a solid understanding of construction methods, site monitoring, and contract documents

IT proficiency, particularly with MS Office

Strong organisational and communication skills

Full driving licence

Fluent written and spoken English

Proactive, inclusive, and collaborative attitude

Understanding of contract documentation such as Bills of Quantity (BoQ)

Desirable Criteria:

Experience liaising with clients and local stakeholders

Working knowledge of the New Roads & Street Works Act 1991, Traffic Management Act 2004, and Chapter 8 signing

Streetworks certification and appropriate CSCS and SWQR cards

Knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contractual procedures

If you are well-versed in highway improvement operations and possess the skills and determination to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply. Apply now to join this forward-thinking team in the West Midlands