Clerk Of Works

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Clerk of Works

Dunfermline, Fife Competitive Salary, Full UK Driving Licence Required - Social Housing Sector

The Opportunity

Seeking an experienced Clerk of Works to join its Asset Team based in Fife

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction or housing professional with experience in quality inspections, planned maintenance, major works, and contractor management to play a key role in delivering high-quality housing investment programmes across Fife.

You will be responsible for monitoring and inspecting a variety of projects including planned maintenance, major component replacements, cyclical works, and new-build developments, ensuring work is delivered to the highest standards, on time, and in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out site inspections and quality checks on planned and capital works projects
Monitor contractor performance and workmanship standards
Ensure compliance with Scottish Building Standards, SHQS and EESSH requirements
Conduct stock condition surveys and quality assurance inspections
Monitor health & safety compliance, including CDM Regulations 2015
Attend contract progress meetings and provide technical updates
Record site inspections, project progress and contract documentation
Manage defects inspections and monitor remedial works
Support the development of specifications and planned investment programmes
Liaise with contractors, consultants, colleagues and residents throughout project delivery
Update asset management databases and maintain accurate project records

About You

To be considered, you should have:

Previous experience as a Clerk of Works, Building Inspector, Site Inspector, Maintenance Surveyor or similar
Experience working on new-build, capital investment, planned maintenance or cyclical projects
Knowledge of Scottish Building Standards, NHBC, SHQS and EESSH requirements
Strong understanding of health & safety legislation, including CDM Regulations
Experience managing contractors and monitoring project quality
Knowledge of repairs, maintenance and asset investment programmes
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong IT and reporting skills
Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable

Membership of the Institute of Clerk of Works and Construction Inspectorate
SMSTS qualification
CSCS Card
Previous experience within social housing or a Registered Social Landlord environment

What's on Offer

An excellent benefits package, including Up to 40 days annual leave (including public holidays
Generous employer pension contribution
Long-term career development opportunities
Varied and rewarding project portfolio
Collaborative and supportive team environmentIf you are passionate about quality, construction standards and delivering excellent housing for communities across Fife, we'd love to hear from you.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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