Construction Quality Assurance (QA) / Clerk of Works UK (mainly South)

Published by Steve Horn on January 28, 2026
Salary: £250-350pd + expenses 
Industry: 
Remote Working: no
Employment Type: contract
Location: UK mainly South of England

Construction Quality Assurance (QA) / Clerk of Works UK (mainly South)

Please note you must have:
• A valid CSCS card.
• You must come from Construction Sector and NOT the IT Sector.
• Full driving licence.
• A UTR number under CIS (Sole trader scheme).
• You must be happy to travel around and stay overnight occasionally (travel and accommodation will be covered).

Core Quality Assurance/Clerk of Works Job Duties:
• Establishing Quality Standards: Defining, negotiating, and agreeing on in-house quality procedures, standards, and specifications based on client needs, industry regulations (like ISO standards), and business goals.
• Executing Testing and Inspections: Performing manual or automated tests, conducting inspections, and monitoring processes to ensure compliance with defined standards and to identify defects or errors.
• Collaborating on Issue Resolution: Working closely with development, production, and management teams to investigate the root causes of problems and ensure timely implementation of fixes and corrective actions.

Technical & Industry Knowledge:
• Proven QA and Clerk of Works experience essential.
• Construction Expertise: Deep understanding of building trades, materials, methods, and complex specifications.
• Legal Compliance: Knowledge of Building Regulations, Health & Safety laws, and contract law (JCT, NHBC) etc…
• Inspection Skills: Ability to diagnose defects, check work against drawings, and assess material quality.

Please send in your CV if you have the above skills.

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