Overview
Job Title: Design & Technical Coordinator
Location: London, NW1
Company: Goldrose Sharpe Developments
About Us: Goldrose Sharpe Developments is a design-led, dynamic property development and contracting company delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use projects. Acting as client, principal designer, and principal contractor, we manage every stage of the development lifecycle — from concept and planning through to construction and delivery. Recently specialising in commercial-to-residential conversions, we take pride in transforming underused spaces into thoughtfully designed homes, with all projects managed entirely in-house to provide full exposure to the complete property development process.
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Design & Technical Coordinator to join our in-house team. As a vertically integrated client, developer, and main contractor, we manage the full project lifecycle—from acquisition and planning through to construction and handover.
You will work across all RIBA stages to help deliver high-quality residential and mixed-use developments, ensuring design intent is upheld, regulatory compliance is met, and construction is practical and efficient.
Responsibilities
* Design & Technical Delivery: Produce and coordinate detailed construction drawings, specifications, and building details.
* Ensure buildability and compliance with Building Regs, NHBC, and CDM.
* Support value engineering with commercial and site teams.
* Feasibility & Planning: Undertake feasibility studies, concept layouts, and massing for land acquisition.
* Prepare and submit planning applications with all required documentation.
* Liaise with planners, consultants, and local authorities.
* Interior Design & Space Planning: Contribute to interior layout design and unit optimisation.
* Align specifications with brand standards and target markets.
* Construction Integration: Attend site inspections and resolve design queries.
* Collaborate with subcontractors and site teams to ensure design execution.
* Coordination & Compliance: Coordinate consultants, suppliers, and subcontractor input.
* Ensure full regulatory compliance and manage documentation across all RIBA Stages 0–7.
* Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Planning Conditions, and Health & Safety requirements.
* Project Management Support: Assist in design programme tracking and risk management.
* Support scheduling and procurement alignment with technical delivery.
Qualifications
* Minimum 5–7 years of relevant professional experience in architecture, construction, or property development.
* Producing high-quality tender and construction drawing packages in Revit (essential), with strong proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp and other relevant design software.
* Solid knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning policy, and construction detailing.
* Previous experience preparing or supporting planning applications.
* Strong communication and coordination skills with confidence working directly with site teams and contractors.
* Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable — comfortable working in a small, multidisciplinary team.
* Interest in property development and an eagerness to learn about all aspects of project delivery.
* Degree in Architectural Technology with CIAT accreditation preferred.
What We Offer
* Exposure to the full property development lifecycle, from site acquisition and planning through to design, construction, and completion.
* A diverse and varied workload spanning architectural design, planning, interiors, and project management.
* Opportunity to work on exciting commercial-to-residential conversion schemes.
* A collaborative and supportive small-team environment where your input truly matters.
* Competitive salary based on experience.
To apply please send your CV to resume@goldrosesharpe.com
Note: This job description reflects current requirements and responsibilities and may be updated as the role evolves.
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