Technical Coordinator

November 3, 2022 | Comments Off on Technical Coordinator

Summary

The Technical Department within the Greater Manchester is expanding and evolving to meet the demands of our growing company. We have a new and exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join the team here in the region to support the Technical Manager/Director in the delivery of their regional budget.

Package

  • Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
  • Choice of company car or car allowance
  • Discretionary Bonus Scheme
  • Holiday Buy Back Scheme
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance Scheme
  • Healthshield membership
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Share Purchase Plan

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support to the land/development team to assist during feasibility studies.
  • Identify the need for external consultants (Planning, Architect, Engineers, etc.) agree fees, the scope of service, capability, timescales and deliverability. Formally appoint such consultants.
  • Produce a detailed design programme which identifies key dates and a critical path.
  • Manage all consultants to ensure the flow of information is within the agreed timescales and in accordance with the programme.
  • Ensure all design information produced is issued to the relevant internal and external departments in accordance with, and on schedule with the programme.
  • Be aware of and act upon commercial implications relating to planning & architectural design; civil & structural engineering design; geotechnical & ground remediation strategies; statutory services - new supplies & diversions.
  • Have the ability to technically engage with, and direct consultants responsible for the above.
  • Oversee and control planning applications to the Local Authority and deal with any other local committees, parish councils, etc.
  • Interact with statutory bodies, Local Authorities and external Consultants with regards to the satisfactory discharge of Planning Conditions within an agreed time frame.
  • Control the submission of Building Regulations and warranty applications.
  • Interact with internal departments, consultants, suppliers and sub-contractors as necessary in order to achieve Building Regulations and warranty approvals and satisfactory conditions discharge.
  • Provide sales team with drawing\specification information and support, to ensure that sales provide correct literature.
  • Co-ordinate Transfer Plans, Management Plans for Estate Sales Packs, liaising with Solicitors and Sales Department.
  • Tender for, set up and establish on site management companies using and implementing the group procedure.
  • Co-ordinate all legal aspects in relation to various agreements, Section 38, 104, 278 etc and to arrange bonds, guarantees, warranties and insurance as called for.
  • Be responsible for the above and manage the process through to a satisfactory completion, i.e., adoption of the works.
  • Apply for and attain any stopping up/abandonment of existing site infrastructure (highways and drainage).
  • Apply for and attain new site postal addresses.
  • Liaise with statutory undertakers to establish supply provision and diversion requirements, obtain competitive quotations for the works and negotiate best value for the company.
  • Maintain procedures for drawing information release. Update drawing and file records.
  • Provide technical support and solutions through the construction stage on a regular pro-active basis.
  • Chair on site monthly Project Meetings to resolve technical issues\requirements promptly.
  • Chair and lead regular design team meetings with the professional team.
  • During the development process receive constructive feedback from the build and sales departments and subject to a feasibility study effectively implement amendments.
  • Be part of the in house planning supervisory team and be proactive in promoting health and safety.
  • Assist in gathering information and As-Built records during the course of a project in order that the Health and Safety File and purchaser information packs are ready on completion.
  • Carry out the above duties in a coherent professional manner.

Ideal Candidate

  • The role requires a strong technical knowledge base. Ideally from a technical design background, either architectural or civil engineering, preferably both. Candidates from a project management/QS background would also be considered subject to relevant experience·
  • Knowledge of the house building industry gained preferably with a high volume house builder·
  • Educated to HNC/HND level, minimum·
  • Possess strong negotiation skills·
  • A Broad technical understanding
  • Strong people management skills
  • An understanding/user of AutoCAD id desirable but not essential