Clerk of Works Services
"A person whose duty is to superintend the construction and maintenance of buildings or other works for the purpose of ensuring the proper use of labour and materials."
Taken from the Institute of Clerk of Works and Construction Inspectorate of Great Britain Inc.
Our highly skilled and very experienced Clerks of Work are a must have on site, now more than ever, in the fast paced construction world of today. A Clerk of Works looks after you or your clients best interests and plays a significant role in the smooth running of your construction project.
Our Clerk of Works ensure that your works are installed appropriately and to the highest standards. This can include:
- Establishing a strong working relationship with your contractor and their team from the outset to prevent or resolve any disputes or issues that may arise during the course of the project.
- Carrying out regular inspections of the works on site and keeping a daily diary of progress on site.
- Comparing completed work with drawings and specifications, to ensure they are consistent or that variations have been through the correct approvals process.
- Resolving issues as to the interpretation of agreed drawings and specifications.
- Measuring and sampling building materials to ensure they meet all required quality standards.
- Identifying defects and providing options for correcting them.
- Facilitating and keeping records of any negotiations and contract variations subsequently required.
- Monitoring and reporting progress to clients, construction managers, Architects and Surveyors through daily, weekly or monthly reports as required.
- Providing practical advice on the project as necessary.
- Comprehensive drawing and specification reviews.
- Snagging and Quality inspections before, during and after completion of works.
- Support warranty requirements and provide additional assurance.
We supply expertise as your eyes and ears on site. All of our Clerk of Works are professionally qualified and have years of onsite experience.
"The cost per year of a Clerk of Works is cheaper than a day in court."
Tony Bingham. Arbitrator, Adjudicator, Mediator, and Barrister.
