Technical Director - Clerk of Works

As a Technical Director at Gateley RJA, you will play a pivotal role in the leadership and development of our Clerk of Works services, helping drive the business forward as part of the Senior Management Team (SMT). You will be responsible for the overall quality of our Clerk of Works output, strategic direction, and key client account management, while overseeing the training, development, and resource management of the Clerk of Works team. This position also requires active participation in the Gateley RJA quality management system improvements and development.

We are seeking applications from experienced Technical Directors who can demonstrate a wide understanding of the Clerk of Works and building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods and legal requirements. 

If you are looking for an opportunity to work and grow a supportive, ambitious, growing, and energetic team and would like to join an award-winning professional services business, we would like to hear from you.

• Take overall responsibility for the quality of the Clerk of Works service delivery across the business and contribute to the strategic direction of the business.
• Act as the lead for all Clerk of Works service delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and service excellence, and oversee project appointments, invoicing, and scheme profitability.
• Manage team resources and workloads effectively to meet project requirements.
• Taking responsibility for allocated Key Client Accounts, building a relationship with the Key Client(s), ensuring complete satisfaction with Gateley RJA services, and nurturing new work opportunities, and ensure the high-standard delivery of Clerk of Works services.
• Actively seeking new project opportunities for Gateley RJA and promoting the services of the practice at every opportunity including attendance and involvement at appropriate networking and marketing events.
• Lead the development and growth of Quality Management System for Gateley RJA, ensuring continuous improvement in quality management practices. Aswell as promoting and maintaining quality standards across all areas of work in relation to Gateley RJA KPI’s.
• Train, coach, and develop the Clerk of Works team, ensuring high levels of technical quality, including the preparation and presentation of in-house CPD events.
• Work with HR on recruitment processes, performance appraisals, and other HR-related matters.

Candidates will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• Demonstrate a wide understanding of the building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods, and legal requirements.
• Extensive experience in being a Senior Manager within Clerk of Works for either a Private Practice, Construction Company or related organisation.
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems.
• Experience in running large, complex projects.
• Strategically minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and managerial skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ideally ICWCI qualified.
• Driving licence and own car. Willingness to travel to sites across the UK as required.