Technical Coordinator - Residential Construction

Daniel Owen are recruiting an experienced Technical Coordinator to join a growing team in Birmingham. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of multiple residential developments by managing all technical superstructure-related tasks.

Position: Technical Coordinator

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £31,000 per annum + Car allowance + package

Contract Type: Permanent

Start date: Immediately available

This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication and coordination skills, who can produce and manage accurate construction drawings throughout the life cycle of various projects. You will work collaboratively with both internal departments and external consultants to ensure the timely and effective delivery of technical information.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and produce detailed and accurate construction drawings throughout project lifecycles
Coordinate consultants and liaise with suppliers to provide technical information for tender, construction, and sales packs
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation including Building Regulations, NHBC, SAP Assessments, PEAs, EPCs, and Robust Standard Details
Lead technical input at pre-start meetings and site visits to resolve construction-related challenges
Undertake aspects of the Principal Designer role in accordance with the CDM Regulations 2015
Manage consultant appointments and technical fee schedules in line with company procedures
Attend internal and external meetings, reporting key updates and ensuring alignment across departments
Identify and propose value engineering opportunities and promote buildability in design solutions
Support colleagues and coach junior team members where appropriate

Requirements:

Background as an Architectural Technologist or experience in a similar technical coordination role
BTEC HND/HNC in Design, Construction or equivalent
Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and MS Office applications
Experience working within the residential sector, ideally with a house builder or technical consultancy
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
Commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple consultants and technical packages
Proven ability to deliver design information accurately and on time
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

MCIAT or MCIOB accreditation
CSCS card qualification
Experience using Viewpoint drawing management system
Experience managing technical fees and cost-to-complete forecasts
Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry changes

How to Apply:

If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV