About this role
Salary: £40000-£45000 Location: London Closing date:
The Role We are seeking an ambitious Assistant Clerk of Works professional to join the growing Quality Team at Circle Development, working primarily on site across live residential developments in London & the South-East.
This is a hands-on, site-based and client-facing role for a practitioner who enjoys being embedded on projects, building trusted relationships, and influencing quality outcomes in real time. You’ll work with privately owned clients who value quality and act on professional feedback.
You will assist the Circle Quality team to oversee build quality from early construction through to Practical Completion and the Defects Liability Period, ensuring works comply with Employer’s Requirements, drawings, specifications, building regulations and home warranty standards.
You’ll be part of an established Quality Team, working closely with project managers, quantity surveyors and contractors, with clear support and escalation routes.
Key Responsibilities Carry out regular, structured site inspections across multiple London-based projectsReview works in progress and completed works for quality and complianceIdentify, record and follow up on defects, observations and non-conformancesUse Circle’s industry-specific inspection and reporting app to capture: progress photosobservationsclear, professional reports in real time on site Liaise directly with contractors, clients and the wider project teamEscalate unresolved or repeated issues where requiredMaintain accurate, auditable inspection records and trackers Modern reporting technology is used to reduce admin and avoid lengthy write-ups after site visits.
About You
Essential: Proven experience as a construction professional – Assistant Clerk of Works / Site Manager (or equivalent)Actively working towards chartered status - ICWCI and/or MCIOBGood construction knowledge and technical understandingConfident communicator, comfortable challenging poor workmanship constructivelyCompetent using digital inspection or snagging software About Circle
Circle delivers a mix of residential, commercial and industrial developments across the UK. We work as an extension of our clients’ teams, embedding ourselves within projects and building strong, collaborative relationships.
The business has a supportive, friendly and people-focused culture, with hands-on directors who stay close to projects and actively support their teams. People tend to stay at Circle, creating stable teams and consistent delivery.
Benefits Flexible working arrangementsPrivate healthcare after probationNest PensionSupportive, collaborative team environmentModern systems that make the role easier to do well Ref-228 953