Salix Clerk of Works
| Posting date: | 29 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,784 to £46,049 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 September 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 0566-25 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our small, friendly client-side estates team for a Buildings Clerk of Works to manage the workmanship, quality, environmental standards and safety of construction activities for a range of building projects, whether new build or refurbishment on our city centre campus. The role holder will play a crucial role in the delivery of high-quality, sustainable construction and refurbishment projects, many funded by the Salix Grant.
As Clerk of Works, you’ll be the on-site eyes and ears of our Project Managers, ensuring that all works meet our standards of safety, quality, compliance, and environmental responsibility. You will work across multiple projects, supervising on-site activities, identifying issues, and ensuring smooth handovers from contractor to university operations. You will need substantial previous experience as a Clerk of Works in buildings, including appropriate professional membership. The successful candidate must be PC literate, have experience with relevant digital reporting applications and be able to communicate effectively with stakeholders and contractors.
Please refer to Aston University benefits page where you can see how Aston recognises the contributions staff make and the comprehensive rewards and benefits packages available for staff.
For enquiries contact Christopher Geeves (c.geeves@aston.ac.uk) or Claire Evans (c.l.evans@aston.ac.uk) to arrange an informal discussion.
What we offer:
Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family-friendly policies.
On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found on the university website.
As Clerk of Works, you’ll be the on-site eyes and ears of our Project Managers, ensuring that all works meet our standards of safety, quality, compliance, and environmental responsibility. You will work across multiple projects, supervising on-site activities, identifying issues, and ensuring smooth handovers from contractor to university operations. You will need substantial previous experience as a Clerk of Works in buildings, including appropriate professional membership. The successful candidate must be PC literate, have experience with relevant digital reporting applications and be able to communicate effectively with stakeholders and contractors.
Please refer to Aston University benefits page where you can see how Aston recognises the contributions staff make and the comprehensive rewards and benefits packages available for staff.
For enquiries contact Christopher Geeves (c.geeves@aston.ac.uk) or Claire Evans (c.l.evans@aston.ac.uk) to arrange an informal discussion.
What we offer:
Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family-friendly policies.
On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found on the university website.
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