Technical Coordinator

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Co-ordinator to join a friendly team working from our Eastern region and based at our office in Bedford on a permanent basis. The purpose of the role will include;
Responsibilities and Duties;

• Instigate all relevant actions detailed within our Technical Procedures


• Assisting the Technical Manager in Development Programme preparation.


• In conjunction with the Technical Manager, brief, manage and drive the external Consultants in the preparations, issue and approval of construction information and sales/ conveyance information;


• Act in line with culture of the team of improving upon targets, developing contingency plans, whilst maintaining open and honest feedback on performance of individual site strategies.


• General liaison and co-ordination between other parties, both internal and external.


• Responding to site queries and resolving technical and/or construction problems.


• Reviewing value engineering and enhancement opportunities, focusing on show home delivery.


• To liaise with and advise departments on Adoption and finishing works issues, interface matters and to co-ordinate information flow.


• To co-ordinate with the internal Technical department, Consultants, Statutory Authorities, Contractors, Bond providers and Solicitors to ensure the timely receipt of Maintenance and Adoption Certificates including the management of associated Bond reductions and cancellations to an agreed program.


• The ability to negotiate with and manage the requirements and expectations of Local and Statutory Authority Engineers, Inspectors and Representatives for all sites.


• The ability to recognise potential problems and solve them in a speedy, efficient and cost effective manner whilst ensuring the Company procedures are followed and adhered to.


• Provide detailed inspection briefs and relevant site information / records to allow for the timely provision of budgets / quotations from subcontractors / suppliers for associated elements of works with support from the Commercial department in assessing costs and raising orders.


• To keep a detailed record of payments and ensure the Adoption forecast is updated monthly in line with expenditure and site changes / requirements. Advise on overall costs to complete the development in respect of finishing works, Maintenance works through to Adoption. Work with the Finance team to produce and maintain accurate budgets / forecasts.


• Collate information for inclusion in the Health and Safety Plan as required.


• Assist the Construction team with timely and pro-active approaches to finishing works, gain the Maintenance certification and apply for Adoption certificates, Bond reductions & cancellations to meet the program dates.


• Prepare and keep updated programmes with maintenance and adoption target dates for the benefit of the finance and technical department.


• Attend site meetings, inspections and internal meetings / reviews as required.


• Assist with the timely delivery and handover of private works to Management Companies.
  
  Able to recognise problems and solve them in a positive, timely and cost effective manner.


• Resilient, self-motivated and well organised.


• Ability to work to deadlines, meet programmes and manage others.


• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.


• Commercial awareness and accurate interpretation of design drawings.


• Able to prepare, manage and maintain Adoption fees, costs and budgets.


• Ability to work under own initiative is a key requirement.


• Ability to apply forensic skills to unravel historic matters including supporting customer care issues.


• The ability to recognise problems and deal with them in an effective and efficient manner;


• The profile is not exhaustive. From time to time you may be required to perform other tasks, which are not included in the above description, but are within your capabilities and where necessary, training will be given.


• A full UK driving licence is required for this role.
  
  There has never been a better time to join Tilia Homes in an industry that is fast paced, exciting and rewarding.


Our vision for Tilia Homes is clear; to become a top five housebuilder within five years and we are already laying strong foundations for growth with the acquisition of new land and investment.

We realise at the centre of our plans are our people and as such are looking to invest heavily in them through development, support, and of course remuneration.

Join us and be part of a business that prides itself on creating desirable, stylish homes for families to live in and enjoy for many years to come.

What Tilia Homes can offer you;

• 26 days holiday with additional bank holidays;


• Company Pension Scheme;


• Life Assurance;


• Employee discount on a new Tilia home;


• Retail discount portal;


• Employee Assistance Programme;


• 24/7 GP.