Clerk of Works - Highways

Amey Lg Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Scotland is seeking a Clerk of Works to oversee site operations and ensure high-quality construction practices. Responsibilities include managing Sub-Contractors, conducting site inspections, and maintaining project documentation. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in infrastructure construction and a solid understanding of health and safety regulations. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Career Development

Generous Pension scheme

Flexible benefits scheme

Discount access via online portal

Community Involvement Days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in highways or infrastructure construction, ideally in a supervisory or Clerk of Works capacity.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, health and safety legislation, and quality assurance.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and method statements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the construction site to ensure smooth and safe operation while ensuring high quality work.
• Review and provide feedback to Sub-Contractors' submissions including site plans and risk assessments.
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits to ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Proven experience in highways or infrastructure construction

Strong understanding of construction methods

Excellent communication skills

Competency in using digital tools

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Job description

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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Clerk of Works to join our dynamic NMC SW Account team at Polmadie. This is a full-time role on a fixed term basis, working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.

As a Clerk of works, you will work closely with the Site Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of the construction project. You will play a crucial role in coordinating with Sub-Contractors and ensuring that all construction activities are executed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards. You will be instrumental in ensuring that project objectives are met within the agreed timelines and budgets.

You will be responsible for :

• Manage the construction site to ensure smooth and safe operation while ensuring high quality work.
• Undertake site briefings and tool box talks to Sub-Contractors as and when required.
• Review and provide feedback to Sub-Contractor’s submissions including site plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of project activities such as progress reports, site diaries, photographs, measures and quality control records.
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits to ensure that the work complies with health and safety guidelines, environmental regulations, and the project’s drawings and specification.
• Assist in rectifying any issues/technical queries that may arise on site, discussing and agreeing suitable resolutions with design engineers.
• Understand the works programme and review against the actual works progress on site and highlight potential delays promptly.
• Review and provide feedback on Sub-Contractors monthly payment applications and attend meetings with design engineers and commercial representatives to discuss these.
• Conduct weekly scheme progress meeting with the main Sub-Contractorsand issue weekly progress meeting minutes to all attendees.
• Assist design engineers in the development of the health and safety file and waste management plan.
• Attend meetings at Polmadie office or on site as and when required by the Site Manager.
• Comply with Company procedures and legal obligations at all times, promoting best practice.

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Proven experience in highways or infrastructure construction, ideally in a supervisory or Clerk of Works capacity.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, health and safety legislation, and quality assurance.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Competency in using digital tools for reporting and documentation.
• Flexibility to work night shifts and travel to various sites as needed.
• A full UK driving licence is essential for the successful applicant.

It would be desirable if you are familiar with similar public sector infrastructure contracts and have knowledge of climate change and sustainability considerations in construction.

This role will come with a company vehicle for business use only.

What we can offer you

When you join us, we can offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers and we have a competitive reward and benefits program.

• Career Development - Exceptional development and progression plan
• Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to
• Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
• Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. It includes healthcare, free GP service, dental vouchers.
• Social Value -You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity . We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We will also guarantee you an interview if you have a disability, as long as you are qualified for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the closing date should we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!