Clerk Of Works – Building Services

Job Title: BUILDING SERVICES CLERK OF WORKS
Location – Preston
Salary – £45,000 – £50,000

This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply site-based technical inspection, construction quality assurance and building services knowledge while supporting clients across a wide range of projects.

You will be responsible for independent monitoring of mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) building services installations across the built environment and related sectors, ensuring quality, compliance and adherence to design intent and industry standards.

Requirements

HNC/HND, NVQ Level 4+, City & Guilds, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Building Services Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum 5 years' relevant experience within the construction or building services industry.
Experience inspecting mechanical, electrical and public health building services installations on construction and refurbishment projects.
Strong technical knowledge of building services systems, construction methods, workmanship standards and installation quality requirements.
Good understanding of Building Regulations, British Standards, CIBSE guidance, Water Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations and CDM Regulations.
Experience identifying defects, non-conformances, poor workmanship and deviations from drawings, specifications and contract requirements.
Experience producing site inspection reports, photographic records, defect schedules, snagging lists and progress updates.
Knowledge of commissioning, testing, certification, O&M manuals and handover procedures.
Strong communication skills, able to engage effectively with clients, contractors, subcontractors, project managers and design teams.
Competent in Microsoft Office and capable of maintaining accurate site records and documentation.
Able to work independently on site, act professionally and escalate technical, quality or safety concerns where required.
Full UK driving licence, right to work in the UK, and willingness to travel nationwide.
Membership of CIBSE, IET, IHEEM, CIOB or similar professional body is desirable.
NEBOSH, IOSH, CSCS or equivalent health and safety qualification is desirable.Responsibilities

Undertake regular site inspections of MEP building services installations.
Monitor workmanship and installation quality against drawings, specifications and project requirements.
Inspect systems including electrical installations, fire alarms, emergency lighting, security, access control, CCTV, data, HVAC, plumbing, drainage, renewables and BMS systems.
Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, British Standards, CIBSE guidance, Water Regulations, Electricity at Work Regulations, CDM Regulations and contract documentation.
Identify defects, poor workmanship and non-compliant installations and issue clear reports.
Produce site inspection reports, photographic records, defect schedules, snagging lists and progress updates.
Monitor rectification works and verify completion of remedial actions.
Witness testing and commissioning activities and review associated certification and records.
Monitor project progress and highlight risks to quality, compliance, programme and handover.
Report issues, risks and progress updates to the Project Manager and Design Team.
Attend site meetings, technical workshops and handover inspections as required.
Promote and maintain site health and safety standards, reporting unsafe practices where necessary.
Review risk assessments and method statements relevant to inspected works.
Liaise with clients, contractors and design teams to resolve technical and quality issues.
Review O&M manuals, commissioning documentation and handover information for completeness.
Support practical completion, defects inspections and project handover activities.
Maintain accurate records in line with company procedures and quality management systems.
Support ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and wider management system requirements.
Maintain professional development and contribute to continuous improvement.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and experience level