CAD and Build Coordinator

Welcome to Ascot where tradition meets innovation and excitement is the heartbeat of our business. We are a destination for over 500,000 guests each year where passion, elegance, and celebration converge, and it is our team of behind-the-scenes heroes that bring every intricate detail to life. As one of the world's leading racecourses, Ascot is renowned for its rich heritage spanning over 300 years. But we are not bound by the past; we're driven by the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. From hosting our flagship event, Royal Ascot, to pioneering sustainable practices, we are committed to building a global lifestyle brand, wrapped around the world-class horse racing we stage. At Ascot we believe in preserving the beauty of our surroundings and minimising our ecological footprint. From eco-friendly initiatives to community engagement programs, we strive to make a positive impact on both the environment and the lives of those around us.

We are seeking a CAD and Event Build Coordinator, based at Ascot Racecourse, reporting to the Build Manager. This role will co‑ordinate the design of the temporary infrastructure across the racecourse, paying special attention to Royal Ascot. Working closely with the necessary internal stakeholders and contractors to ensure internal and external elements of the temporary build are planned, whilst ensuring each structure design delivers the brand values—Original, Elegant and Uplifting—while remaining functional, integrated and fit for purpose. This is a full‑time, permanent role.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design projects using AutoCAD.
• Work with external suppliers to produce fully coordinated drawings for all events using temporary structures.
• Produce an overall site plan for each of the Ascot Racecourse meetings by working with all stakeholder groups.
• Coordinate the dissemination of plans and information to the relevant parties, ensuring the most up‑to‑date information is available.
• Work with the Joint Venture partners to plan the kitchen and bar layouts for the build ensuring they are compliant for fire safety and hygiene as well as the best use of space.
• Update drawings of the permanent facilities on site.
• Produce plans for events at Ascot events.
• Actively involved with contractors on‑site to verify structures, document as‑built changes, and capture reference photos for future use.
• Assist the Logistics Coordinator with race day preparation, planning and set up.
• Collaborate with the Facilities department to update site plans, ensuring accurate representation of services and pit locations.
• Work with the ICT department to update site plans to reflect data services and correct pit locations.
• Develop master blocks for commonly used items in site layouts, floor plans, and kitchen plans.
• Provide support during race days as required.
• Perform other duties as reasonably requested by the Company.

Skills and Experience You Can Bring

• Proficient in creating accurate 2D plans using AutoCAD.
• Ability to create 3D designs is an advantage.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Highly proactive, collaborative, and able to work effectively within a team to meet tight deadlines.
• Possess basic CAD experience.

What you can expect from us

• A best‑in‑class welcome with a tailored induction and racecourse tour, as well as a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development.
• Access to a range of wellbeing support for yourself and your family including a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Healthcare support app with 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Opportunity to make an impact in our volunteer week with a day out of the office to support local community and charity partners.
• End of year offices closed (extra 2 days annual leave added to your entitlement).
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) for working weekend race days.
• Clothing and hat hire.
• Complimentary race‑day entry for friends and family.
• Exclusive discounts in local shops and cafés.
• Exclusive discounts from selected partner brands and suppliers.

What Sets Us Apart From The Rest

We take pride in our commitments to make a positive change for now and future generations to come, whether through our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and training programmes, our award‑winning Racing To Zero sustainability actions, or our forward‑thinking employee benefits including flexible working and menopause policies, as well as health and EAP support access. We are also proud of our community outreach which includes a volunteering week for all employees to spend time supporting local charities.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Vision

We are committed to ensuring guests from all backgrounds and communities feel welcome at the Racecourse and are working to ensure our internal teams are nurtured within a supportive and inclusive environment. Our mission is to eliminate discrimination and prejudice of any kind at our venue and throughout our business. By educating and implementing meaningful actions across all that we do, we can make certain that Ascot is a place for everyone to enjoy. As an equal opportunities employer, Ascot Racecourse is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our company.

How To Apply

Applications will close on Wednesday 21st January 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified.