At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success and we are working towards becoming a more inclusive employer that values and respects individual differences in the workplace.
There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Building Safety Division, located in Dartford, is looking to recruit a Technical Co-Ordinator. The Buidling Saftey dvision has been established to rectify possible fire safety issues in the historic Bellway Homes portfolio nationally.
The Role
This role will support the technical manager in the management and overseeing of technical matters across multiple building safety projects from conception to completion.
Candidates should note that this opportunity is not for a new house build division.
Principal accountabilities of the Technical Co-Ordinator role include:
1. Oversee all technical aspects across multiple building safety projects of varying complexity
2. Manage the technical process to secure accurate and comprehensive sets of information from the outset, including the tendering and appointment of project consultants
3. Management of technical fees budget
4. Ensuring planning & building regulations are obtained and conditions adhered to / discharged
5. Validating legal ownership of legacy buildings and obtaining necessary consents to carry out works
6. Managing and satisfying regulatory bodies such as Planning, Building Control, and the Fire Brigade where required to do so
7. Control and issue of design information and drawings working with principal contractors, principal designers and advisory consultant teams
8. Liaise with the Commercial department to ensure all relevant information is available to enable tenders & orders to be placed and technical budgets / cost to complete are accurate
9. Work with the site teams and principal contractors to provide support as necessary
The above list of accountabilities are not exclusive or exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake any such duties as may be reasonably expected.
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
Experience
10. Architectural / technical drawing experience
11. Experience and exposure to high and medium-rise construction
12. Knowledge of building regulations, Building Safety Act and current NHBC standards is desirable
13. Experience and knowledge of external wall and façade designs
14. Previous experience working as a coordinator within a technical function for a volume house builder is desirable
15. Experience and appreciation of fire safety guidance, regulation and standards in high-rise residential buildings
Qualifications and Training
16. Qualified to degree level or HNC/HND in a technical subject with relevant experience
17. CSCS card or equivalent
18. Current full UK driving licence
Skills and Aptitude
19. Understanding of building techniques, materials and regulations
20. Knowledge of current CDM regulations
21. Strong communication, listening, presentation skills and excellent attention to detail
22. Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner
23. Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards
24. Knowledge of Building Safety Act
25. Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
26. Proficient IT skills along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems.
27. Committed to diversity and inclusion
28. Ability to problem solve and delegate effectively
The Role and Working Conditions
29. Office based role with regular travel to development sites and for meetings as required
30. Willing to be flexible in respect to day-to-day duties and hours worked
31. Core hours
32. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
In return we can offer you:
33. Competitive salary
34. Competitive annual bonus
35. Contributory pension scheme
36. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
37. Access to discounts and benefits portal
38. ShareSave Scheme
39. Cycle to Work Scheme
40. Life assurance
41. Holiday Purchase Scheme
42. Earn and Learn Opportunities
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.