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Clerk of Works
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Clerk of Works – Higher Education (Queen Mary, University of London)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Clerk of Works to join a large and prestigious higher education institution in London. Working within a busy Estates and Facilities team, you will play a key role in overseeing a diverse portfolio of capital, refurbishment, maintenance, retrofit, and decarbonisation projects across a complex estate.
This position will be responsible for ensuring contractors deliver works in accordance with:
- Project specifications
- Quality standards
- Health and safety requirements
- Agreed programmes
About You
To succeed in this role, you must meet the following criteria:
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- Hold a degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in a construction-related discipline
- Have a proven record of experience monitoring contractor performance
- Ensure compliance with project specifications
- Minimum of significant experience working as a:
- Clerk of Works
- Site Inspector
- Similar supervisory role
Core competencies required:
- Strong understanding of building regulations and construction methods
- Expertise in building services and health & safety legislation
- Ability to manage multiple projects and sites independently
About the Directorate
The Estates and Facilities Directorate at Queen Mary, University of London is one of the largest departments. Its mission includes:
- Supporting and promoting student wellbeing
- Ensuring the highest standards of estates and facilities
- Maintaining a safe, secure, and clean learning and working environment for:
- Students
- Staff
- Stakeholders
- Guests
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For more details, visit: http://www.estates.qmul.ac.uk
For all enquiries on this opportunity, please contact: Luke Parkinson 📞 07442 815565 📧 luke.parkinson@burmanrecruitment.com
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