Design And Technical Coordinator

Aldwych Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Job description

Design & Technical Coordinator - Freelance | Fire Remediation | North East London

Are you experienced in residential design and technical coordination? Do you have a strong understanding of planning, building control, and external wall construction? Looking for a freelance role with flexibility and long-term potential?

About the Company

Our client is a well-established main contractor specialising in residential and mixed-use developments across London. With a reputation for delivering high-quality projects, they are now focusing on fire remediation work, including fire stopping, recladding, and other safety compliance measures under the new Building Safety Regulator (BSR) requirements.

About the Role

They are looking for a freelance Design & Technical Coordinator to join their team and support fire remediation projects across London. This role will focus on ensuring compliance with planning and building control while coordinating technical design aspects of projects. While fire remediation experience is not required, a solid understanding of external wall construction and general construction knowledge is essential.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and manage technical design aspects of fire remediation projects.
2. Ensure compliance with planning regulations, building control, and relevant industry standards.
3. Work closely with architects, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve design and technical issues.
4. Provide technical input on fire stopping, recladding, and external wall construction.
5. Assist in preparing and reviewing technical documentation and drawings.
6. Support pre-construction activities, including design feasibility and technical assessments.
7. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
8. Attend site meetings and liaise with project stakeholders.

Requirements

1. Experience working on residential projects, ideally high-rise developments.
2. Strong understanding of planning regulations and building control requirements.
3. Awareness of the Building Safety Act (BSA) - direct experience is not required.
4. Excellent general construction knowledge, particularly in external wall construction.
5. Experience in pre-construction is a bonus.
6. Façade experience is highly desirable.
7. Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

1. Freelance role with ongoing, long-term opportunities.
2. Work on high-profile fire remediation projects across London.
3. Flexible working - 1 day from home per week.
4. Competitive day rate.
5. Opportunity to work with a reputable contractor in the residential sector.

If this sounds like the right role for you, apply now to discuss further!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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