The role: Quality Control Manager / Clerk of Works
Location: Southampton
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £50K + car allowance + package
Also referred to in the construction industry as Clerk of Works, this Quality Control Manager will report to the Directors of the South West and South East regions.
The successful candidate will ensure the build is compliant with the Employers Requirements, quality of the site installations is consistent with the company's BMS processes, and relevant standards and specifications are defined within the Project Specific Quality Plan. You will be responsible for inspecting construction work to ensure it meets standards and health and safety requirements.
This role is a significant opportunity for professionals with specialised knowledge to contribute to important projects located within the South West & South East regions. You could be currently residing in either regions identified. The role will require extensive travel to various sites and offices within the Regional Building Business Unit.
Projects range in value from £5m to £100m and are predominantly in the Health, Education, Defence and Commercial sectors.
DUTIES:
- Oversee the quality and safety of work on construction sites.
- Attend onsite meetings and provide technical insights specific building and construction.
- Conduct regular site inspections and document findings.
- Ensure that construction plans and specifications are followed correctly.
- Ensure all technical documents relative to site quality control/ inspections are at current status and uploaded onto A site for future audits, evidence and substantiation.
- Measuring and quality checking building materials
- Identifying defects and suggesting ways to correct them.
- Monitoring progress and reporting to construction managers, designers, and clients
- Keeping detailed records of work
- Referring to plans and taking photographs of work, along with measurements and samples
- Liaising with contractors, engineers, and surveyors
- Checking that building regulations, health and safety, legal and ecological requirements are met.
- Working between an office and construction sites.
- Assist and support in the new BMS roll out with the Quality Assurance Managers across the business. (Stress test and obtain feedback)
- Coach and mentor site teams on quality control.
- Share lessons learnt across regions to drive future training initiatives and ensure continuous improvement.
EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Previous experience in quality and inspections in projects of a similar size and complexity
Substantial understanding of building and construction projects.
Exemplary attention to detail with a strong focus on health and safety standards. Champions Sustainability Safety, Health and Environment by putting personal safety and well being at the heart of everything we do and helping the environment and communities to thrive.
Ability to liaise effectively with contractors, engineers, and the management team.
A proactive approach to solving problems and meeting project standards.
Must be customer focused by striving for excellence through understanding, anticipating, and meeting their needs.
Able to use your initiative patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Analytical thinking skills
Able to analyse quality or performance.
Able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device.
Relevant CSCS card and SMSTS essential
Preference for membership of a professional Institute i.e. Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate (ICWCI)
WHAT IS ON OFFER:
- Car allowance
- 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
- Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
- Life Assurance
- Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
- 2 days volunteering opportunities
- Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Professional membership fees
- Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
- Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
- Dental Insurance
- Travel insurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions
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