Clerk of Works - Highways
Looking for a role where you can take ownership of site inspections, work closely with contractors, and ensure highway projects are delivered to the highest standards? This opportunity as a Clerk of Works offers the chance to play a key role in maintaining quality, safety, and compliance across multiple live projects while developing your experience within a professional highways environment.
About the Organisation
My client is a well-established organisation operating within the highways and infrastructure sector. They are responsible for delivering and maintaining high-quality highway services and are committed to safe, sustainable, and efficient project delivery. Working here means joining a collaborative environment where professionalism, technical expertise, and continuous improvement are highly valued.
Responsibilities
* Manage and carry out scheduled site inspections across multiple highway works projects
* Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards
* Take proactive action to reduce risks and help ensure projects are delivered within agreed SLAs
* Support programme planning and contribute to improving project controls, reporting processes, and contract management systems
* Liaise closely with contractors to advise on quality control matters and interpret contract documentation
* Conduct pre-work and post-work inspections to confirm works meet required standards and specifications
* Coordinate multiple live projects, ensuring effective communication and prioritisation across workstreams
* Provide technical advice and on-site guidance to contractors regarding quality standards and contract interpretation
* Attend relevant site meetings to provide updates and technical input
* Monitor and promote health and safety standards on site
Qualifications
* Relevant experience within highway maintenance or highway construction environments
* Experience overseeing contractors and ensuring works are delivered to specific technical specifications
* The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail
* Strong decision‑making skills with the ability to provide practical on‑site technical advice
* Knowledge of health and safety standards along with environmental and sustainability requirements
* A delivery‑focused approach with experience working to deadlines and project delivery SLAs
* A valid UK manual driving licence
Salary and Benefits
* £42,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
* Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting highway projects
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Potential for professional development and career progression
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