Job Details

Clerk of Works - ICP Projects

Role Overview

andmiddot;Contract - Outside IR35
andmiddot;Locations considered - Hull, Teeside and Newcastle
andmiddot;Duration - 6 months rolling (8 year framework)
andmiddot;Days per week - 3 to begin with (24 hours), increasing to 5 days per week imminently (40 hours) once more projects have landed.
andmiddot;Travel - Travel will be required to various sites in the region

We are seeking an experienced Clerk of Works (CoW) to support Independent Connections Provider (ICP) projects being delivered for adoption into the network. The role is responsible for ensuring construction quality, compliance, and adherence to approved designs, standards, and safety requirements across high-voltage electrical infrastructure schemes.

The CoW will act as our client's on-site representative, undertaking regular inspections, reporting, and quality assurance throughout the construction lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction Phase

andmiddot;Review project scope, design, drawings, and construction programme
andmiddot;Identify key hold points and inspection requirements
andmiddot;Attend pre-construction meetings
andmiddot;Complete site inductions and access requirements
andmiddot;Liaise directly with ICP contractors and establish working relationships

Construction Phase

andmiddot;Undertake 1-3 site visits per week depending on programme activity
andmiddot;Complete weekly inspection and audit reports covering:
oQuality assurance
oHealth & safety compliance
oProgramme progress tracking
andmiddot;Monitor and report defects and non-conformances
andmiddot;Maintain an active issue log and track resolution of site issues
andmiddot;Coordinate all visits with ICP site teams

Key Inspection Hold Points

andmiddot;Foundations, plinths, transformer bunds and structural bases
andmiddot;Site setting out and positioning
andmiddot;Excavation depth, ground conditions and formation works
andmiddot;Reinforcement, ducting, earthing and formwork inspections
andmiddot;Pre-pour checks including concrete quality and reinforcement compliance
andmiddot;Concrete pours including cube testing and workmanship standards
andmiddot;General construction compliance against approved drawings and specifications

Project Completion

andmiddot;Undertake final site walkovers and produce snag lists
andmiddot;Coordinate defect resolution with ICP and project teams
andmiddot;Verify completion of outstanding works
andmiddot;Support final adoption readiness for network integration

Reporting & Communication

andmiddot;All formal reports submitted to the Project Engineer
andmiddot;Record, photograph, and escalate all critical non-conformances
andmiddot;No direct instruction to contractors (except for inspection/access coordination)

Example Schemes

Projects typically include:
andmiddot;EHV outdoor compounds with switch/control rooms and transformer bunds
andmiddot;Solar farm and generation connections
andmiddot;Control room buildings with associated civils (ducting, roads, fencing)
andmiddot;Cable sealing ends, switchgear and circuit breaker installations in existing substations

Key Requirements (Implied)

andmiddot;Experience in civil engineering or electrical infrastructure delivery
andmiddot;Strong understanding of QA/QC processes on construction sites
andmiddot;Knowledge of CDM, HSE and construction compliance standards
andmiddot;Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
andmiddot;Strong reporting, communication and stakeholder coordination skills


FOOTNOTE:

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