Clerk of Works (M&E) - School Project Location: Hartlepool, County Durham Contract: Part-Time Consultancy Assignment Duration: 6 Months Commitment: 1 Day Per Week Start Date: Immediate / Negotiable Day Rate: Competitive (DOE) The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Clerk of Works with strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) installation experience to provide independent quality assurance and site inspection services on a live school project in Hartlepool. Working on behalf of the client, you will attend site one day per week for approximately six months, overseeing the quality of M&E installations, monitoring compliance with design specifications and relevant standards, and producing detailed inspection reports following each visit. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Clerk of Works, Building Services Inspector, M&E Quality Inspector, or Building Services Engineer seeking a flexible consultancy assignment. Key Responsibilities Undertake weekly site inspections of mechanical and electrical installations. Monitor workmanship quality and compliance with design specifications. Ensure installations comply with relevant Building Regulations, British Standards and industry best practice. Identify defects, non-conformances and quality issues. Monitor progress against programme milestones. Verify that installation works are being carried out in accordance with approved drawings and specifications. Liaise with the client, project team, contractor and subcontractors where required. Produce detailed written inspection reports following each site visit, including: Progress observations Quality assessments Defects and snagging items Photographic evidence Recommendations for corrective actions Attend occasional project meetings if required. Candidate Requirements Applicants should possess: Previous experience as a Clerk of Works, M&E Inspector, Building Services Engineer or similar quality assurance role. Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical building services installations. Experience inspecting M&E works within education, commercial, healthcare or public sector buildings. Excellent understanding of construction quality standards and compliance requirements. Ability to produce clear, concise and detailed inspection reports. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to Hartlepool. Desirable Qualifications MICWCI, LICWCI or Fellow status with the Institute of Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate (ICWCI). HNC/HND or Degree in Building Services Engineering or a related discipline. CSCS Card. Relevant M&E qualifications or trade background. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy