Technical Coordinator

Berkeley Group Plc; East Devon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in East Devon is seeking a Technical Co-ordinator. This role involves liaising with teams, coordinating project specifications, and supporting the Technical Manager. The ideal candidate will have a degree in architecture or engineering and at least two years of relevant experience. Benefits include up to 33 days of annual leave and health insurance.

Benefits

25 days annual leave increasing to 33

Private Medical Insurance

Online discount platform access

Volunteer day

Private pension plan

Group life assurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in the construction industry or design consultancy.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Positive and proactive approach to design challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Manager.
• Ensure that all project information is fully checked and coordinated.
• Liaise with the design team to monitor progress.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT literate

Keen eye for detail

Ability to cope under pressure

Excellent co-ordination skills

Education

Degree in Architecture, Structural Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Berkeley Capital is the largest division in Berkeley Group, focusing on large-scale brownfield regeneration projects in London, stitching these spaces back into the local fabric with the right mix of homes, amenities, natural landscapes and open spaces. Our award-winning developments include Woodberry Down, Kidbrooke Village and Royal Arsenal Riverside. Our sustainable, mixed-use neighbourhoods are designed in partnership with local communities, delivering the amenities and opportunities they value most, and ensuring they benefit first from regeneration. We are committed to fostering a positive working environment where our people feel valued, empowered and able to grow.

The role

The Technical Co-ordinator is responsible for ensuring all project information is available to the Production team and other Departments in line with the project programme. They will liaise with and advise other Departments on technical matters and provide back-up support and information flow. This is an exciting and challenging role, which provides an opportunity for a creative, well-organised individual to make a significant impact in a crucial part of the business.

Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Manager
• Ensure that all project information is fully checked and co-ordinated.
• Liaise with the design team to monitor progress against the design programme
• Collate and issue of tender and conduction drawings
• Carry out as-built demise checks and assess against brochure
• Obtain postal addresses
• Ensure all projects specifications are fully co-ordinated
• Ensure RFI, s are closed out in a timely manner
• Attend site as and when required
• Produce site plans to assist with construction logistics and phasing
• Ensure that specialist subcontractor’s technical submissions and approvals are in place to enable the construction programme to be maintained
• Assist with the compilation of the O&M Manuals

Experience Required

• A degree in Architecture, Structural Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Interior Design or equivalent
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the construction industry or design consultancy
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• IT literate
• Keen eye for detail
• Ability to cope under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to multi task
• Positive and proactive approach to design challenges
• Excellent co-ordination skills

Why join us?

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days
• Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance
• Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform
• Berkeley Foundation volunteer day
• Private pension plan
• Group life assurance

The standard default full-time working hours in the office are 8am-5pm with core working hours 9am-4pm.

Internal Applicants

If you’re an internal applicant, please ensure you’ve informed your line manager of your intention to apply for this position.