clerk of works jobs
Clerks of works, also known as Site Inspectors, Site Supervisors or Building Quality Officers, monitor the work of companies that carry out contracts for their employer or client. Examples include erecting buildings, constructing roads, installing pipelines and maintaining estates.
The main responsibility of clerk of work jobs is to ensure that work matches the client's standards, specification and schedule. Clerks of Works work either on site all the time or make regular visits. They cannot give advice that could be interpreted as an instruction, particularly if this would lead to additional expense.
Building knowledge for architect clerk of works jobs
A wide understanding of the building industry is expected, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods and legal requirements. Employers include local authorities, health authorities, government departments, large industrial and retail companies, architectural practices and consultancy firms.
There are no set qualifications needed for entry to this work but it is essential to have relevant experience. Clerks of Works usually enter the profession after some years’ experience at craft or technician level in construction or civil engineering. It is not a profession that is open to school leavers.
Qualifications needed to embark on a clerk of works career
Construction and civil engineering qualifications include a craft or technician qualification, such as City & Guilds, NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3 or BTEC/SQA national award a BTEC/SQA higher national award a foundation or honours degree. Some employers require applicants to be members of The Institute of Clerks of Works (ICW).
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