Clerk of Works – Building & M&E Compliance
Carbon60 is looking to recruit an experienced Clerk of Works – Building & M&E Compliance to provide independent technical oversight of contractor works across a major building project in London, ensuring works are completed safely, compliantly, and to the highest quality standards.
ROLE: Clerk of Works – Building & M&E Compliance
PAY RATE: £300 per day
CONTRACT TYPE: 3 Months (Potential extension)
WORKING HOURS:
Monday to Friday – Night Shifts (Out of Hours)
Typical working hours: 5:00pm – 3:00am
Occasional weekend working may be required to support critical programme activities
37.5 hours per week
LOCATION: Highbury Corner Magistrates Court, Highbury, London N7 8JA
THE ROLE:
The successful candidate will provide independent, technically focused oversight of contractor activities across the project, ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, statutory regulations, and project requirements.
Acting as the client’s on-site representative, you will monitor quality, safety, compliance, and programme performance while supporting the Project Manager by identifying risks, resolving issues where possible, and maintaining clear, evidence-based reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
A mechanical engineering background is highly preferred, and applicants should have strong experience overseeing complex building services or construction projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide independent on-site inspection and technical oversight of contractor works
Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, standards, and statutory requirements
Monitor workmanship, material quality, and compliance throughout the project
Identify and challenge non-compliant work, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
Support the Project Manager by identifying project risks, defects, delays, and technical issues
Review contractor performance against programme milestones and approved project plans
Produce accurate, evidence-based inspection reports and compliance documentation
Verify compliance with change control procedures and approved project scope
Work within live operational environments while ensuring minimal disruption to site activities
Build effective relationships with contractors, consultants, designers, and project stakeholders
HEALTH, SAFETY & COMPLIANCE:
Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations and construction legislation
Verify Principal Contractor and Principal Designer responsibilities are being fulfilled
Carry out and document temporary works inspections
Review RAMS, permits, isolations, and access arrangements before works commence
Promote a strong health and safety culture across site activities
Support incident, accident, and near-miss investigations where required
Ensure high standards of housekeeping, safety, and SHEQ compliance are maintained
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Previous experience as a Clerk of Works, Site Inspector, Building Services Inspector, or similar technical quality assurance role
Strong understanding of building services, construction quality, and compliance requirements
Experience monitoring contractor performance on live construction projects
Excellent knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and technical standards
Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation
Excellent reporting, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to identify technical issues and challenge non-compliant works confidently
Comfortable working night shifts and within operational environments
DESIRABLE:
Mechanical engineering background (highly preferred)
Experience working on public sector, commercial, or large infrastructure projects
Knowledge of building compliance, commissioning, and project assurance processes
Experience producing evidence-based quality and compliance reports
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