Job Details: Clerk of Works Key Responsibilities in a typical site will include the following: have a wide understanding of the building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods and legal requirements be physically fit be attentive to detail when checking work and materials be technically competent have good spoken and written communication skills be honest and vigilant to make sure that the work and materials meet the required standard be able to establish an appropriate working relationship with the contractor’s staff be persuasive and diplomatic while remaining independent Have good judgment, because they have to decide when to insist on corrections, when to persuade or negotiate, and when to compromise. Set an example by acting in a professional manner at all times including wearing personal protective equipment when on a construction site.