Job Overview
We are seeking a Quality Control Inspector (Clerk of Works) to join our team.
Responsibilities
* Monitor and inspect ongoing work, including that of sub‑contractors, to ensure compliance with project specifications.
* Report any issues with workmanship or materials to the Project Manager and Principal Contractor.
* Prepare and submit detailed reports, manage task allocation, and track progress using tools such as Fieldview.
* Adhere to reporting guidelines specific to our services.
* Maintain a detailed diary of work progress, noting potential delays, subpar workmanship or materials, site visitors, and weather conditions.
* Record and report any incidents that could disrupt project timelines to the Project Manager.
* Provide practical advice to the Project Manager to keep the building contract on track.
* Address queries related to drawings and specifications, ensuring coordination between project documents; evaluate drawings during the pre‑construction phase if requested.
* Attend project sites and provide services in line with the building contract requirements.
* Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, designers, and the client to resolve technical issues.
* Attend client meetings to report on quality.
* Complete snagging, defect inspections, and end‑of‑defect period reviews.
Qualifications
* Strong understanding of building regulations.
* Knowledge of construction methods and build sequences (timber frame, traditional build, steel frame, RC frame, façade works).
* Ability to read and understand drawings, details, specifications, and contract documentation.
* Experience working at a management level in construction (site manager) in either a construction or Mechanical & Engineering field.
* Good communication skills.
* Proficiency in using modern technology, including tablets and software such as View Point, Fieldview, and Microsoft Office.
* Ability to use online portals such as View Point and Fieldview.
* MCIOB or MICWCI accreditation.
* Hold a valid CSCS card.
Benefits
* Flexible working hours (choice of start and finish times based around a 7.25 hour working day, core hours between 10am‑4.15pm; 36.25 hours per week).
* Hybrid working (potential to work from office and home).
* Medicash health plan (money back on your dental, optical, physio appointments and more).
* Life assurance cover (four times annual salary) for all colleagues.
* In‑house mental health first aiders.
* Annual pay reviews twice a year.
* Annual leave + bank holidays.
* Birthday leave.
* Buy/sell annual leave.
* Long‑service leave.
* Scottish Widows pension and salary sacrifice (4.5% contribution matched).
* Professional development scheme.
* Sponsorship of professional fees.
* Two paid corporate social responsibility days.
About the Company
With nearly 50 years of experience, Baily Garner LLP is a leading multidisciplinary construction consultancy with over 350 employees and offices in Eltham, Manchester, and Birmingham delivering national coverage. We provide a full suite of services including Architecture, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, M&E Engineering, Sustainability Consulting, and more.
Purpose
Our purpose is to positively impact people's lives. We achieve this by delivering exceptional service and creating opportunities that make a real difference—for our clients, end users, our people, and the planet.
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