Clerk of Works

Job description

We're looking for a Clerk of Works to join our HMP Glasgow team based in Royston, Glasgow. Location: Royston, Glasgow - Site Based Hours: 42.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. Join us on one of Scotland's most ambitious construction projects. HMP Glasgow will provide a modern, energy-efficient facility for 2,000 inmates and staff, replacing Barlinnie prison with a rehabilitation-focused environment. This flagship project uses cutting-edge Modern Methods of Construction, offering you the opportunity to be part of something truly transformative for the Scottish construction sector. What will you be responsible for? As a Clerk of Works, you'll be working within the quality assurance team, supporting them in ensuring the highest standards of construction throughout the project. Your day to day will include: Monitoring construction activities to ensure full compliance with drawings, specifications, and Scottish Building Regulations Inspecting workmanship across all disciplines and identifying any defects or non-compliance using digital quality tools Verifying materials and supporting the management of Inspection & Test Plans to maintain quality benchmarks Maintaining accurate records including daily diaries, photographic evidence, and quality reports Supporting commissioning verification and assisting with snagging during handover stages What are we looking for? This role of Clerk of Works is great for you if: You have experience as a Clerk of Works, Quality Inspector, or Site Manager on large commercial or complex building projects You have a strong technical understanding of buildings, including structural, façade, MEP, and fire compliance disciplines You can read and interpret drawings, technical documents, and BIM information confidently You're familiar with Scottish Building Standards, UK construction regulations, and digital quality systems You hold a CSCS card and full driving licence (ICWCI membership and IOSH/NEBOSH qualification desirable) Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier. #LI-SM1 Jobs for Humanity is collaborating with Kier to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. We support individuals coming from all walks of life. Company Name: Kier