What we’re looking for: Are you able to accurately read drawings, specifications, bills of quantities and advise on performance of specific materials? Do you have experience in undertaking inspections in areas of difficult access? (Must be able to climb onto scaffolding structures, including those of high-rise buildings, and climb ladders to effectively carry out required inspections) Do you have experience of inspecting construction works, including high-rise residential, new build and refurbishment? Are you able to convey information both in written and verbal format in a clear and concise manner? Do you have an HNC, HND, CIOB or equivalent in construction related subject or a strong trade background? If so, this role is perfect for you! Here at Peabody, we have an opportunity for a Construction Inspector on a Permanent basis at our Westminster Bridge Road office. A bit about the role: As a Construction Inspector, you will deliver construction quality controls and monitoring across Peabody’s development programme both when on site and within the defects liability period to ensure high standards are achieved across the schemes and buildings are handed over free from defects. Some of the key results for the role include: Carrying out regular inspection visits to projects and properties as required by current procedures, ensuring that works comply with the agreed Contract, Employers Requirements, specification, and drawings. Carrying out snagging, attending handovers, site meetings and end of defect liability inspections. Reviewing and commenting on drawings when required and as per Development procedures. Identifying opportunities for improvements of service, procedures, Employers Requirements, etc. Provide close support to the delivery team. Working collaboratively and maintaining good communication channels with other functional teams, internal and external clients, and stakeholders to achieve corporate and individual objectives This role will require a UK driver’s licence. A minimum of 1 to 2 days working in the Westminster Bridge Road office is required. A bit about us: 160 years after it was established, Peabody is one of the oldest not-for-profit housing associations in the UK. The Peabody Group is responsible for more than 107,000 homes, with around 220,000 residents across London and the Home Counties. We also have around 20,000 care and support customers. Our purpose is to help people flourish, and we are getting closer to residents by taking a local approach. We are committed to delivering a responsive and easily accessible repairs service and investing in our existing homes so they are safe and well maintained. Our retrofit projects will make thousands of our homes more energy efficient. We work with councils and communities to promote economic inclusion, tackle inequality and poverty, and prioritise wellbeing. Here just a few of the benefits for working at Peabody: Flexible and hybrid working (depending on the role) Up to 30 days’ annual holiday plus bank holidays Competitive salaries that are benchmarked regularly against current market rates Two additional paid volunteering days each year Family friendly policies Flexible benefits scheme, including options for Healthcare, Dental care, Critical illness cover, vouchers, technology scheme and access to a discount portal 4 x Life Assurance Up to 10% pension contribution matched 1:1 Are you ready to apply? PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer. To be considered for the position of Construction Inspector, please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit both your CV and a bit about why we should consider you for the role. If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to h [email protected] and one of our team will be in touch. Peabody reserves the right to close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.