Clerk Of Works

Clerk of Works (Residential Refurbishment) – Bedwas

Contract: Freelance / part‑time site attendance

Day rate: Competitive (DOE)

Site attendance: One visit per week / fortnight to ensure project is on track

Start: ASAP

Location: Bedwas (Caerphilly)

Overview

We are looking for an freelance Clerk of Works to provide periodic, impartial quality assurance on a high‑value home renovation in Bedwas. You will verify workmanship against drawings/specifications and Building Regulations, and keep the client informed with clear photographic reports and action tracking. The purpose is to ensure the planned work is being carried out.

Key responsibilities

  • Carry out planned site inspections (weekly/fortnightly) and issue concise visit reports with photos, defects and close‑out actions.

  • Check workmanship and materials against drawings/specs, Building Regulations and relevant British Standards.

  • Sample and sign‑off key hold points/mock‑ups (as agreed).

  • Maintain a rolling snag/defects register and track issues to closure; support Practical Completion readiness.

  • Attend brief progress check‑ins (as required) and promptly flag risks, clashes or buildability concerns.

  • Observe H&S standards and RAMS implementation (advisory capacity).

What you’ll bring

  • Proven Clerk‑of‑Works (or Site/Finishes QA) experience on private residential refurbishments or high‑end fit‑out.

  • Strong eye for detail across envelope, waterproofing/tanking, MEP first/second fix, bathrooms/wet rooms, joinery and finishes.

  • Solid grasp of UK Building Regulations and handover documentation.

Deliverables

  • Weekly/fortnightly visit report with photos and action log.

  • Live defects/snag register (and simple RFI/clarifications log if required).

  • Support to final snag and handover.

How to apply

Please apply via CV‑Library with your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted promptly.

Right to Work

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK

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