Clerk of Works
Major Infrastructure Projects & Works
Capital Plan Projects – Hospital Works
Tralee, Co. Kerry
On behalf of our client, a public-sector organisation in the Capital & Estates environment, we are seeking an experienced Clerk of Works to support the delivery of construction and refurbishment projects predominantly in Tralee, Co. Kerry
Applicants must have served a recognised apprenticeship in a building or construction craft or similar academic such as Building Surveying. May suit the following
Clerk of Works / Site Inspector
Construction Inspector
Site Supervisor (Construction)
Building Inspector
Building Surveyor
M&E Clerk of Works
Technical Site Supervisor
Works Inspector
Construction Quality Inspector
A clerk of works (also called site inspector or quality inspector) your role will include the following;
- Ensure construction quality and compliance with plans, specifications and safety standards.
- Monitor workmanship and materials used by contractors during installation/refurbishment.
- Act on behalf of the client to protect value for money and patient/staff safety.
- Be present on site regularly or full-time depending on project scale.
Hospital works may include lift replacement, theatre fit-outs, and infrastructure expansion, as clerk of works, you will help ensure operations can continue safely in a live hospital environment and that all technical requirements are met.
The Role
Working as part of a multidisciplinary project team, you will oversee site works to ensure construction quality, compliance with drawings and specifications, and effective coordination of building, mechanical and electrical services, including passive and active fire safety systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect and monitor construction works to ensure quality and specification compliance
- Liaise with Design Teams, Project Managers and Contractors on site activities
- Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation
- Monitor progress, record variations, and maintain detailed site records and reports
- Oversee coordination and installation of M&E systems and fire stopping works
- Support testing, commissioning and handover, including as-built documentation
- Ensure compliance with statutory, fire safety and building regulations
- Attend site, design team and stakeholder meetings as required
Requirements
- Recognised apprenticeship in a building or construction craft
- Minimum 5 years’ supervisory and practical experience on complex construction projects
- Strong knowledge of construction contracts, drawings and specifications
- High level of practical construction experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently with strong reporting and communication skills
Send your CV now to; [email protected]
