Clerk of Works - Didsbury, United Kingdom - Great Places Housing Group

Great Places Housing Group
Great Places Housing Group
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Didsbury, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

Salary:
Up to £40,000


Job Type:
Full Time, Permanent


Location:
Head Office - West Didsbury


Benefits:

Competitive pension, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans for public transport plus much more.

The Clerk of Works role will safeguard high quality construction by ensuring that contract documents and drawings are translated into buildings which meet the standards agreed by Cube Homes.

The Clerk will continually monitor on-site progress against programme,whilst maintaining good working relationships with the wider project team and consultants to deliver homes in line with Cube Homes' and where relevant Homes England commitments.

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PURPOSE OF
ROLE:


To ensure the high quality and timely delivery of the Cube Homes new build /refurbishment properties, in line with our vision and values.

To actively contribute to projects, joint and individual, across the timeline of the scheme.
To perform assigned tasks safely, efficiently and economically in line with Cube Homes and Great Places company standards.

To ensure that the contract documents and drawings are translated into buildings which meet the standards agreed by Cube Homes and its main consultants.

To build relationships on construction sites, monitoring and advising on programme and completion dates.
To monitor and ensure quality of construction


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To ensure a flexible working approach between the core working hours (Monday to Friday
Adopt a flexible working style to ensure the delivery of a high standard of service and positive customer experience.
To review pre-contract drawings and documentation and draw attention in advance to any potential issues/problems.
Establish lines of communication with in-house team and key consultants.
Carry out snag inspection lists prior to handover.
Attend site meetings/visit site on a regular basis.
Monitor quality control throughout the contract, up to and including handover.
Accurate and timely reporting of site inspections; detailing progress against programme, weather, deliveries, labour and site waste.
Liaise with Project Managers the event of any situations which require attention or decision.
Report any non-compliance with Health and Safety requirements.
Attend sites as required to carry out defects inspections and back-checking

Clerk of Works

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:

HNC level or other recognised building qualification
Institute of Clerk of Works membership


EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
Proven construction experience including thorough technical construction knowledge and understanding of construction technology
Experience of working with a variety of trade professionals
Understanding of different forms of building contract
Thorough knowledge of CDM/HSE procedures
Ability to complete tasks in an accurate and timely manner
Ability to prioritise workload and manage a number of tasks concurrently
Ability to work effectively with colleagues and other stakeholders to give information/find information/resolve problems
Able to deliver a high standard of customer service
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Methodical and creative approach to solving queries
Strong IT and digital skills including Microsoft Office
The ability to develop and project a positive image of Cube Homes and Great Places in person, over the phone and in writing
Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

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PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to work flexibly and when needed outside normal working hours
Able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative
Ambitious with a personal drive to succeed
Personally positive and highly motivated
Professional and value led with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity
The ability to work well during periods of change or uncertainty
An understanding of the value of customer excellence and service impact
Self starter able to organise own workload
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