Technical Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Coordinator to oversee the technical aspects of residential development projects. This role involves coordinating with external consultants, managing project timelines, and ensuring compliance with CDM regulations. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in facilitating communication between design teams and subcontractors, ensuring timely delivery of information and design approvals. With a blend of on-site and remote work, this position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of affordable housing projects. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to quality and innovation in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing technical aspects of construction projects.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with external consultants and manage project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with planning conditions and design specifications.
• Attend client meetings and secure approvals for design items.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Coordination

Communication Skills

CDM Compliance

Design Review

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

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Position: Technical Coordinator

Working with a Residential Developer (Privately owned affordable housing provider).

Location: Leicester

4 days in office, 1 day remote.

Salary: Up to £55,000, based on experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Attend Contract Launch meetings to agree on accountabilities.
2. Appoint external consultants, review, and agree on the scope of works.
3. Participate in internal project meetings to review key dates and timelines for obtaining information from external consultants.
4. Ensure CDM information is provided by external consultants.
5. Coordinate with building control and guarantee providers to address conditions or information requests.
6. Handle service applications, including new service supplies and diversions, and attend site meetings as needed.
7. Manage live site drawings, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest revisions and registers.
8. Control information flow to enable the commercial team to obtain quotes and place orders according to the procurement schedule.
9. Coordinate design team and subcontractors, ensuring timely delivery of information and drawings.
10. Monitor the release of design information against the project schedule.
11. Process design information and maintain drawing registers.
12. Provide technical advice and liaise with external consultants for additional information or technical queries.
13. Review designs and specifications for value engineering opportunities.
14. Maintain development trackers and project-specific information records.
15. Ensure planning conditions are closed out by the Architect before project handover.
16. Review subcontractor design information, such as kitchen layouts, against contract documents, and coordinate client review.
17. Assist the Design Manager in managing the construction design phase and ensuring CDM compliance.
18. Attend client design review meetings, record queries, and ensure timely responses and actions.
19. Secure client approvals for design items in line with the build schedule.