Clerk of Works

Overview

Join the Highways and Public Realm team at Herefordshire Council during an exciting transformation period. The council is bringing highways and public realm services back under direct control with a focus on enhanced flexibility, accountability, quality, and value for residents. This permanent role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to essential community services, such as road maintenance and public space upkeep.

Main Responsibilities

As Clerk of Works, you will conduct on-site supervision of council capital and developer-funded construction projects. Your role includes ensuring the delivery meets expected standards and quality through active presence and oversight on location.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience supervising construction projects, particularly with knowledge of NEC contracts or equivalent frameworks used by the council.
• Strong understanding of road construction materials, standards, testing procedures, and building processes.
• Competence in negotiating and liaising with external developers and multiple stakeholders involved in projects.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range between £40,777 and £45,091 (HC 9 grade).
• Full-time hours of 37 per week, with a flexible working arrangement including part-time possibilities and job sharing.
• 31 days of annual leave (pro-rated) plus bank holidays; option to purchase up to 10 extra days annually.
• Enrollment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Access to a contributory pension scheme and various staff benefits such as retail, leisure, holiday, and health discounts.
• Support through an Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 counselling and support services.
• Payment of professional membership fees according to role requirements.
• Clear career progression pathways within the council structure.

Organizational Context

Herefordshire is a welcoming community located in the South West Midlands bordering Wales, rich in natural beauty and cultural history. The council is part of the Marches Forward Partnership and focuses on priorities like community wellbeing, environmental protection, sustainable growth, and organizational transformation.

Diversity and Inclusion

The council is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and supports applicants with broad fieldwork experience to develop their professional skills. Employees are encouraged to participate in employee network groups and organizational initiatives promoting equality.

Recruitment Commitments

• Applicants indicating disabilities, armed forces veterans or reservists, and Herefordshire care leavers meeting essential criteria will be interviewed as part of inclusivity pledges.
• The successful candidate will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check to comply with safeguarding policies.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a current CV and complete the application form detailing their relevant skills and experience. An informal discussion can be arranged by contacting the provided email for the Major Contracts Programme Director. Interviews and assessments will be scheduled by the recruitment team via email.