Senior Technical Co-ordinator

Overview

The Design and Technical teams are involved in all aspects of housing design and innovation, researching the best materials at the best cost. The team addresses the variety of sites, many using existing buildings, with unique problems to solve. The focus includes new materials, sustainability and value, within evolving building and environmental legislation. Most team members have an architectural or engineering background, with opportunities to gain expertise in design and project management in a thought-provoking setting.

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the role ensures information is available to the Construction Team and other Departments to suit the project programme. It involves liaising with and advising other Departments on technical and interface matters, providing back-up and information flow, and coordinating all technical information on projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Brief, manage and drive external consultants in the preparation and issue of production information to an agreed programme, fee and scope.
• Prepare technical specifications in line with requirements determined by the Land Acquisition budget and Technical/Sales Meetings.
• Prepare and monitor the Design Programme and present it at the Progression Meetings.
• Ensure all statutory enquiries, crossovers, sewer connections and other legal agreements are submitted and pursued for timely completion.
• Oversee the NHBC/Building Regulations applications to approval.
• Ensure working drawings are in accordance with the approved Planning Scheme and discharge of planning conditions.
• Monitor and control all production information in close liaison with the Commercial Department to maintain tight cost controls and align information with budget estimates.
• Monitor and control the Professional Fees budget and update fee reports on a monthly basis for incorporation into valuation meetings.
• Ensure that the Group Policy and Procedures are fully managed and controlled.
• Oversee preparation and approval of Brochure Plans, Conveyance Plans and Sales Area drawings.
• Attend site progress meetings and carry out site inspections.
• Attend meetings at various project stages (Land/Technical hand-over, Project Meeting, Optimisation, Progression, Technical/Sales, Budget Meetings, etc.).
• Coordinate general liaison and coordination between internal and external parties.
• Attend Subcontractor interviews and meetings where appropriate.
• Respond to site queries and resolve Technical/Construction problems.
• Issue drawings and information for construction purposes.

Qualifications and Skills

• Qualified as a Civil/Building Engineer or hold a construction-related degree level or HNC/HND in a built environment subject with relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of house and apartment construction, Building Regulations, NHBC, Party Wall Awards and related legislation.
• Strong communication, meeting and management skills essential for dealing with multi-disciplined teams.
• Ability to recognise problems and address them quickly and effectively.
• Ability to set tasks and manage others; able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Desire to exceed customer expectations; excellent communicator with high attention to detail.
• Competent IT skills including using AutoCAD/Revit.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Cover - Single
• Annual Medical Health Assessment
• 26 days' holiday (increasing by 1 day for every 3 years of continuous service, up to 29 days)

About Barratt Redrow and East Scotland

We've been nationally recognised as a 5-star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. This reflects our commitment to the best minds, technology and customer-focused building. We offer tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to help us stay ahead and build the homes Britain needs.

Barratt adopts a hybrid working model, with office-based colleagues dividing time between offices, construction sites and sales offices, and remote work as the role dictates. We recognise the benefits of a strong hybrid culture for the Company and our colleagues.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want, and a culture where everyone can progress regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic.

Where you'll be working

Based at an office or on one of our sites, depending on the role.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to a diverse team as it benefits customers, strengthens the business and supports an inclusive culture.

Sustainability and Tomorrow

We are building a sustainable tomorrow, with a commitment to customers evident in every decision and day-to-day action. See how our colleagues are building tomorrow together.

Today's housebuilding professionals need tomorrow's benefits. When you join Barratt Redrow, you receive support aligned with a modern working world.