Grade J, scp35 £44,711 to scp39 £48,710 per annum
2 x permanent posts
Please note that this role requires you to hold an appropriate construction related Level 6 qualification, or a relevant HNC or HND with significant demonstrable experience of working in construction. Also, a valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
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The Role
Bolton Council is transforming its estate to meet the needs of our workforce and communities. We are looking for two experienced Clerk of Works to inspect the workmanship, quality and safety of work on construction / development sites across the Council’s estate. The role is crucial to the successful completion of all the Council’s property projects, achieving value for money, the highest quality delivery of projects and adherence to recognised quality and safety standards per design information and drawings.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Inspection of repairs, refurbishments and construction works.
2. Monitoring progress and quality to ensure conformity to specification / contract requirements and statutory regulations.
3. Producing site progress and quality inspection reports using appropriate software.
4. Assisting with the handover processes and performing snagging and post-occupation defect inspections.
5. Providing written weekly reports on quality and progress, with photographic records.
6. Liaising with contractors, project managers, residents, internal and external stakeholders and agencies.
About You
Ideally, you will have prior Clerk of Works experience and a HNC / HND or equivalent qualification. You must have excellent verbal and written presentation skills, strong MS Office skills, and be competent in online reporting and document management systems to review drawings, specifications and schedules. You should be able to develop good working relations with project teams. A good understanding of the building industry is desirable, and you must have excellent organisation skills and attention to detail. You must also have access to a car and a clean driving licence.
About Us
This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough. Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people.
As an employer, we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities, access to a Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services.
Ready to apply? Then please click Apply and upload your anonymised CV and covering letter discussing your relevant skills and experience and explain how you believe they make you a strong fit for this role.
This post is a designated customer-facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification.
For more information about working for Bolton Council, please see greater.jobs; for advice and support with your application, contact recruitment@bolton.gov.uk.
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