Clerk Of Works

Clerk of Works - Fire Safety and Legionella Project at HMP Lincoln 24 Month contract Inside IR 35 - Umbrella rate £53 per hour Part time role working 3 days per week 1. Background This project addresses significant fire safety deficiencies and a substandard heating/hot water system at HMP Lincoln. The fire safety improvements will bring the facility into compliance with the latest MoJ and British Standards by addressing: • Lack of in-cell fire detection. • Sub-standard fire alarm installations. • Inadequate means of smoke ventilation in accommodation areas. • Issues with emergency lighting. • general alarm and cell call system. The legionella heating project aims to: • Deliver a primary heating/hot water distribution system that meets MoJ and BS standards. • Enhance the welfare of prisoners and staff. • Improve living and working conditions. • Increase system efficiency and reliability. • Reconnecting to the existing 3 no packaged plant rooms and 1 fire fighting PPR. 3. Facilitation • Act as the on-site liaison between Client Representative, consultants, contractor, and prison staff to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to prison operations. • Assess forward plans and ensure risk assessments and method statements are in place, with all stakeholders informed and committed. • Liaise with the prison's Works Department to resolve any project-related concerns. 4. Quality Assurance and Oversight Daily Oversight and Monitoring: • Maintain a detailed site diary to record daily activities, incidents, and discussions, including photographs where relevant. • Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications, and good building practices. • Identify defects, propose corrective actions, and maintain a log of findings. Review and Inspections: • Monitor workmanship and construction against drawings, specifications, and relevant standards. • Witness pressure tests and commissioning activities for heating, fire safety, and other systems. • Validate that fire safety installations meet design and safety standards, including compliance with MoJ technical requirements and BS standards. Documentation and Reporting: • Provide weekly brief reports to Client Representative summarising: o Daily site activities and key inspections. o Health and safety issues. o General progress and observations. o Design issues and mitigation. • Deliver monthly reports to the Client Representative, covering: o Overall site progress against the program. o Quality of workmanship and compliance with specifications. o Health and safety observations. o Identified delays or issues. o Design concerns and resolutions. • Review and comment on contractor submissions, including monthly reports and handover documents (e.g., O&M manuals). Snagging and Handover: • Conduct snagging inspections and ensure all defects are rectified before handover. • Produce a Practical Completion Report detailing unresolved issues or defects to the Client Representative. Liaison and Coordination: • Input into meetings with the Contractor and SLO to align construction activities with operational needs. • Facilitate discussions and agreement on method statements that directly affect prison operations. 5. Health, Safety, and Compliance • Review and comment on site-specific health and safety issues, ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), CDM Regulations (2015), and other relevant legislation. • Monitor and address any observed safety violations or poor-quality workmanship on-site. • Check and sign Building and M&E Day Work Sheets weekly. • Ensure health and safety checks and procedures are completed prior to the commencement of works. 6. Professional Conduct • Previous experience in high security environment is preferred. • Professional membership of ICWCI (Institute of Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate) or similar is desirable. • Adhere to strict confidentiality protocols within the prison environment, ensuring no information is disclosed to unauthorised individuals. • Demonstrate effective communication and always maintain a professional demeanour. • Comply with all statutory requirements, company policies, and operational guidelines. • Undertake additional duties as reasonably requested. • Present a professional approach in terms of conduct, appearance, and punctuality.

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, GB

Posted Date: 8/3/2025