Senior Clerk Of Works Job in Manchester - Up To £60,000

New build projects, High-rise experience essential, £5,000 car allowance

Job Summary

Senior Clerk Of Works Job Manchester is an opportunity to join a growing construction consultancy team delivering quality inspection services. The position is based around Manchester and supports new build projects across the surrounding region. High-rise construction experience is essential because a significant part of the requirement involves high-rise buildings. You will take the lead on Clerk of Works services while supervising other Clerks of Works within the team.

The role requires extensive construction knowledge, strong technical inspection skills and confidence managing several projects simultaneously. You will act as a principal client contact for construction quality throughout project delivery. Responsibilities also include maintaining inspection records, identifying defects and ensuring work and materials meet required standards.

Senior Clerk Of Works Job Manchester requires someone comfortable working independently and within active construction site environments. Candidates should bring broad knowledge of building materials, trades, construction methods and relevant legal requirements. Previous Clerk of Works experience involving high-rise buildings is essential for this requirement.

About the Company

The employer is a Chartered Quantity Surveying Practice providing a comprehensive range of construction consultancy services. These services include quantity surveying, project management, employer’s agent, Clerk of Works and advisory services. The wider team works across construction sectors including health, care, industrial and manufacturing, residential, conservation and commercial projects.

The practice focuses on tailored solutions designed around individual client requirements, including project budgets, programmes and quality standards. Long-term client relationships are important, with repeat business and personal recommendations supporting continued growth. The business holds Investors in People Gold status and maintains a welcoming, people-focused working environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Take the lead delivering Clerk of Works services across new build construction projects while managing and supervising other Clerks of Works
• Act as line manager for team members and take responsibility for relevant HR requirements and expectations
• Train and assist colleagues, including preparing and presenting appropriate in-house continuing professional development events
• Act as the principal client contact regarding construction quality throughout the delivery of allocated projects
• Work independently and take responsibility for successfully delivering Clerk of Works services across multiple simultaneous projects
• Manage allocated key client accounts, maintain strong relationships and support opportunities for additional project work
• Complete site inspection records, including required dictations and photographs, in accordance with established quality procedures
• Identify defects, snags and construction quality issues while checking workmanship and materials against required standards

Skills & Experience Required

• Demonstrate extensive understanding of the building industry, including materials, trades, construction methods and legal requirements
• Bring essential Clerk of Works experience inspecting high-rise construction projects within active new build environments
• Demonstrate technical proficiency when identifying defects, snagging issues and general construction quality concerns during inspections
• Show strong attention to detail and commitment to quality when checking completed work and construction materials
• Demonstrate excellent time management skills while managing several construction projects and competing responsibilities simultaneously
• Communicate effectively with clients and contractors using strong verbal communication, influencing and negotiation skills while remaining impartial
• Be proficient using IT systems and demonstrate willingness to adopt new technology supporting inspection and reporting activities
• Ideally hold ICWCI membership or demonstrate commitment to achieving appropriate ICWCI status after joining the business

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £60,000 salary
• £5,000 car allowance
• Flexible working patterns
• Permanent position
• Manchester based role supporting projects within the surrounding region

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This position is suited to an experienced Clerk of Works ready to operate at senior level. It will particularly suit professionals with strong construction knowledge and essential high-rise building experience. Candidates should be comfortable leading inspection services, managing other Clerks of Works and maintaining direct client relationships. The role requires an impartial approach when assessing workmanship, materials, defects and construction quality.

Strong organisation is essential because several new build projects may require attention simultaneously. Candidates located within approximately 45 to 60 minutes of Manchester are particularly relevant because projects are concentrated around this region. The successful professional should also be comfortable accessing construction sites, including stairs, ladders and scaffolding when required.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

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Senior Clerk Of Works job in Manchester – Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref: 1365037)