Technical Coordinator

Vistry Group; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive basic salary and annual 0%

Company car, car allowance or travel

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Up to 39 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adop

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance at 4 x your annual

Share save and share incentives

Christmas company shutdown

Employee rewards portal

Job summary

Vistry Group is seeking a Technical Coordinator in Wakefield (West Yorkshire) to coordinate technical information between external consultants and internal teams throughout design and construction. The role ensures approvals are obtained and information is issued to enable a prompt on-site start, with some flexible working available.

You will manage design team meetings, coordinate planning and approvals, and maintain accurate documentation using Viewpoint.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.
• Residential housing sector experience.
• Proficient in regulatory approvals incl. section 38 & 104.
• Strong project management & supervision skills.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and chair design team meetings with internal and external participants.
• Attend and contribute to progress meetings on site as required.
• Coordinate planning process and ensure conditions are addressed before start on site.
• Agree construction specification, SAP and BIM strategy.
• Coordinate submission of Building Control and warranty applications.
• Maintain and manage all current drawings/documents on the Viewpoint Platform.

Skills

Driving licence

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office

Viewpoint Platform

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Construction Management / Civil Engineering / Architecture degree

Tools

MS Office

Viewpoint Platform

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Coordinator to join our team within Vistry West Yorkshire, at our Wakefield office. As our Technical Coordinator, you will co-ordinate all technical information between external consultants and internal departments throughout the design and construction process. You will ensure all approvals are obtained and information received and issued to allow for a prompt start on site.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Christmas company shutdown
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Full Current UK Driving License or equivalent
• Previous experience in Residential Housing sector
• Proficient in regulatory approvals including all section agreements (section 38 &section 104 designs)
• Project management and supervision skills
• Thorough, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to confidently challenge decisions made by others
• Quick and eager to learn, with a focus on continuous development
• Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levelsProficient in MS Office programmes
• Analytical approach
• Knowledge and understanding of 4 Projects Viewpoint at an operational level
• To have a positive and flexible approach to work, integrate with the existing team and provide support and guidance to others when required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise and co-ordinate activities between departments
• Great attention to detail
• Prioritise workload when managing multiple contracts / tasks
• Degree or similar qualification in Construction Management / Civil Engineering/ Architecture or other related discipline would be beneficial

More about the Technical Coordinator role…

• Comply with the company Life of Site processes.
• Ensure all drawings and details are accurate and commercially suitable throughout the design and construction phase stages.
• Co-ordinate and chair design team meetings with internal and external participants
• Attend and contribute to progress meetings on site as required.
• Co-ordinate the planning process where required and review planning approval to ensure conditions are addressed prior to start on site
• Agree construction specification, SAP and bream strategy for the project
• Coordinate the submission of a Building Control, Warranty applications and supporting documentation
• Liaise with consultants and attend meetings to progress all relevant Technical matters
• Assist Commercial and Buying teams in review and approval of subcontractor design information.
• Ensure accurate and on time design information in line with client requirements
• Ensure cost effective design control and buildability
• Maintain and manage all current drawings/documents/information for all new build contracts on the Viewpoint Platform.
• Review and check contract documentation, warranties and bond requirements in liaison with Contracts Manager.
• Apply for and secure statutory body approval of Engineering Designs and ground remediation.
• Attend site visits and meetings in order to solve issues that arise during the construction process.
• Ensure that new regulation requirements are anticipated and incorporated as required
• Any other duty as deemed necessary.

Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.