Clerk of Works

Clerk of Works

Hybrid - Milton Keynes

£47,656 (plus car allowance of £2,750.28)

Permanent, Full-time role

We’re looking for an experienced Clerk of Works to help deliver high-quality new homes across Amplius’ South Region. You’ll need previous Clerk of Works or closely related quality inspection experience, alongside new-build residential experience. Experience inspecting social housing developments would be particularly valuable, as you’ll help identify defects, maintain standards and support quality from construction through to handover.

Salary: £47,656 per year (plus car allowance of £2,750.28)

Contract: Permanent, full time

Your week: 36.25 hours - Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 5pm

Location: Hybrid, with a weekly presence in our Milton Keynes office.

This role will involve travel in and around Amplius’ South Region (Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire).

You can read about our fantastic colleague benefits here - Amplius colleague benefits

Snapshot of your role

* Carry out regular site inspections to monitor the quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring compliance with contracts, drawings and specifications

* Monitor health and safety on-site, identifying and reporting any non-compliance or risks

* Work with contractors to track progress, including labour, materials and any delays

* Produce clear, detailed reports covering inspection findings, defects and supporting evidence

* Attend site and project meetings, acting on behalf of the Project Manager where required

* Review drawings and specifications, providing technical advice and supporting continuous improvement

* Complete snagging inspections, support handovers and work with aftercare teams to resolve defects during the liability period

What we’re looking for

* Previous experience working as a Clerk of Works or in a closely related construction quality inspection role

* Experience in new-build residential construction, ideally including inspection and quality assurance of social housing developments

* HNC in a construction discipline (or equivalent) and a valid CSCS card

* Strong knowledge of construction legislation and NHBC Standards

* Experience identifying defects and non-compliance through detailed site inspections

* Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and build programmes

* Confidence producing clear and accurate technical reports

* Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills

Important - DBS clearance and right to work in the UK are essential requirements. We do not provide sponsorship.

Please read the attached Job Description before applying so you get the full scope of the role.

Closing: 25 October

Interviews in Milton Keynes: 29 October

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early in response to an overwhelming number of applications or a change in business priorities.

If you have any questions, please contact the Amplius Talent Team and we’ll be happy to assist you.

The Company

Amplius is one of the largest housing providers across the Midlands, East and Southeast of England. We own and manage more than 40,000 homes and deliver a range of quality services, including care and support, specialist housing and home ownership options. We’re a team of over 1,300 colleagues driven to have a positive impact on people’s lives and provide affordable homes that make a difference