Technical Coordinator

Thorn Baker Construction; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A national developer in the UK is seeking an experienced Technical / Design Coordinator to lead their timber frame manufacturing team. Your role will involve coordinating design information, managing workflows, and ensuring accurate delivery. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in construction, a strong grasp of timber frame systems, and excellent communication skills. Join us to contribute to innovative homebuilding solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience as a Design or Technical Coordinator within timber frame or construction.
• Strong understanding of timber frame systems, including trusses and I-joists.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and review design information to ensure clarity and accuracy.
• Manage communication between internal teams, clients, and design partners.
• Oversee external consultants to meet technical and engineering standards.
• Chair design meetings, track progress, and drive timely approvals.
• Support compliance processes, including STA certification and plot registration.

Skills

Design or Technical Coordination experience

Understanding of timber frame systems

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Experience using CAD or Revit

Communication and coordination skills

Tools

CAD

Revit

Job description

Technical / Design Coordinator - Timber Frame Construction

We are looking for a driven Technical/Design Coordinator to play a key role in this national developer's growing timber frame manufacturing team.

In this role, you'll bring people, plans, and projects together - coordinating design information, managing workflows, and ensuring every detail is ready for production. Acting as the central link between our internal teams, clients, and external partners, you'll make sure design data is accurate, aligned, and delivered on time.

You'll oversee both in-house and external designers, review drawings, manage approvals, and keep design programmes on track. From early coordination meetings to final certification, you'll help deliver quality, efficiency, and innovation across every project.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate and review design information to ensure clarity and accuracy
• Manage communication between internal teams, clients, and design partners
• Oversee external consultants to meet technical and engineering standards
• Chair design meetings, track progress, and drive timely approvals
• Support compliance processes, including STA certification and plot registration

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years' experience as a Design or Technical Coordinator within timber frame or construction
• Strong understanding of timber frame systems, including trusses and I-joists
• Knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC standards, and STA requirements
• Experience using CAD or Revit
• Excellent communication and coordination skills

If you're organised, proactive, and ready to make an impact in a business that values collaboration and innovation, we'd love to hear from you. Help us shape the future of sustainable homebuilding.

For further information relating to this role, please contact Rhian Newman of Thorn Baker on (phone number removed)