Technical Coordinator

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national developer is seeking a Technical/Design Coordinator to join their timber frame manufacturing team. You will coordinate design information, manage workflows, and ensure timely production. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in timber frame construction, knowledge of building regulations, and experience with CAD or Revit. This role emphasizes collaboration and innovation in sustainable homebuilding.

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.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC standards, and STA requirements.

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.

Skills

Design coordination

Communication

Project management

Building regulations knowledge

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 07969 972412