Technical Coordinator

Eric Wright Group; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Preston is looking for an experienced Technical Coordinator to manage project technical information and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate must have MRICS accreditation or relevant qualifications and significant experience in construction design. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension with 6.5% employer contribution

Enhanced annual leave

Hybrid working

BUPA optional scheme

Group Income Protection

Enhanced Paid Family Leave

Virtual GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health support

Savings scheme

Recognition awards

Learning and development opportunities

Comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in construction design and build.
• Good knowledge of market rates, processes, and NHBC standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Planning & Design Manager in coordinating project technical information.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Wellbeing policies.
• Manage and review design drawings for compliance and buildability.
• Liaise with planning authorities to monitor conditions.

Skills

Construction design and build

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Influencing and motivating others

Education

MRICS accreditation or NVQ/BSc qualification

Job description

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The Eric Wright Group has a fantastic history. From our beginnings in construction to an award-winning group of companies, our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart.

Applethwaite is Eric Wright Group’s residential development company, providing a range of quality homes on select sites across Lancashire and Cumbria. Our team builds high-quality homes in premium, sought-after locations across Lancashire and Cumbria. Each home is designed to complement today’s modern lifestyle, and our dedication to detail along with inspired finishing touches defines our approach.

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Technical Coordinator to join our well-established, professional, and friendly team. This role will assist the Planning & Design Manager in managing and coordinating project technical information in a timely manner to ensure that all project deliverables are achieved, supporting the senior team and the site and contract managers in delivering the build programmes.

About the role

Reporting into the Planning & Design Manager to:

• Ensure that all Health, Safety, and Wellbeing policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are adhered to.
• Ensure the plot packs are kept up to date with the latest standards.
• Keep all drawing registers, internal and external consultants, up to date.
• Check drawings issued from external consultants, suppliers, and sub-contractors for compliance and coordinate with our designs.
• Review and scrutinise design drawings, specifications, and details for compliance and buildability.
• Assist in managing the development process from start to finish.
• Assist and liaise with planning authorities to ensure all parties' interests are fulfilled, monitoring planning conditions until fully discharged at the earliest opportunity.
• Incorporate sustainable and eco-friendly practices into designs and construction.
• Liaise with Highways to monitor progress of section 278/38 and other agreements.
• Liaise with EWG legal team to monitor progress of legal agreements.
• Liaise with site staff and the commercial team to resolve technical queries and issue detailed requirements. Provide site support and manage responses to technical requests for information.
• Attend monthly site meetings and subcontractor progress meetings to discuss design requirements.
• Support the commercial team with procurement information for subcontract tendering packages.
• Identify and manage third-party involvement.
• Produce reports for internal and external functions.
• Resolve and close out complex issues efficiently.
• Resolve design and building problems by contacting relevant personnel and consultants.
• Assist in gathering information for Part L and CML compliance.
• Prepare and check brochure plans.
• Promote the Group's Health, Safety, and Environment Policy, ensuring team compliance to meet health, safety, and wellbeing standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to achieve company targets.
• Attend all internal project and team meetings.

About you

You will be an experienced Technical Coordinator with MRICS accreditation, NVQ, or BSc qualification. You should have demonstrable experience in construction design and build, good knowledge of market rates, processes, and NHBC standards.

It would be beneficial if you have the ability to influence and motivate others, along with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

We value inclusivity, authenticity, collaboration, accountability, and motivation in our team members.

Our core values are: Integrity | Excellence | Respect | Innovation

Interested?

In return, we offer:

• Competitive Salary depending on experience
• Pension with 6.5% employer contribution
• Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Hybrid working - manage your own schedule, working in the office, at home, or out with clients.
• BUPA - optional scheme, including family coverage (50% contribution)
• Group Income Protection - 50% of salary covered for long-term illness for up to 3 years
• Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, and emergency leave
• Virtual GP - 24/7 access to speak with a GP
• EAP - Employee Assistance Programme providing advice, guidance, and counselling
• Mental Health support - via the Thrive app, offering tools and techniques to manage stress and wellbeing
• Savings scheme - for future financial security
• Recognition awards - for long service and milestones
• Learning and development - opportunities to grow and develop skills
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy

  Working at the Eric Wright Group is special. Owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust, our profits support charitable causes, providing stability and a long-term vision. We are proud of our passionate colleagues who live our values and make a difference in communities daily.

  The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of its employees, contractors, and clients. Applicants may need to undertake a DBS or Disclosure Scotland check and provide proof of right to work in the UK. We promote equality, inclusion, and fairness in all employment practices.