Technical Coordinator in Newark

Gusto Construction are proud to build high quality developments and have been doing so for the last 30 years. Our specialties include low-carbon homes, community-led developments and affordable housing. We provide an end-to-end service from design to construction and aftercare, delivering the entire project from initial concept. As one of the first UK Construction companies to achieve B Corp Certification, we are proud to be part of a growing movement of companies that are focused on people and planet.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Technical Coordinator (with drawing expertise) to join our team. Based at our Gusto Group Head Office in Collingham, Newark, reporting to the Technical Manager, this role is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded professional who enjoys combining design skills with hands-on project coordination. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting projects from concept through to completion, ensuring all design and technical information is accurate, timely, and buildable.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree level qualification in the field is desirable
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; experience with Revit is advantageous but not mandatory.

Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a technical role within the UK housing and construction industry
• Strong technical drawing and design abilities with attention to detail
• Excellent coordination and organisational skills
• Ability to interpret and review architectural and engineering drawings
• Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with architects, consultants, subcontractors, site teams, and the various branches of the internal team, working closely towards a common goal
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, construction methods, planning laws, sectional agreements and social housing requirements is preferable
• Experience in liaising with Local Authorities, Building Warranty providers, and Utility companies will be highly regarded
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Qualities

• Proactive and adaptable, with a positive and solution-focused attitude
• Collaborative team player with self-motivation
• Organised, thorough, trustworthy and detail-oriented
• Able to thrive in a small, dynamic team environment

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Produce, review, and update technical drawings and documentation
• Coordinate technical aspects of projects to ensure design accuracy and buildability
• Liaise with the team, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve design issues
• Manage construction documentation including drawings, specifications, and schedules
• Maintain drawing registers and ensure version control across all project documentation
• Assist with planning applications and compliance with statutory regulations
• Support procurement processes by reviewing technical specifications and supplier details
• Attend site meetings and provide ongoing technical support to project teams and stakeholders
• Ensure statutory approvals, warranties, and compliance documents are obtained and recorded

Package Details

• Salary: £28,000 - £38,000 per annum depending on experience, paid monthly on the last working day of the month
• You will be contracted to work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• 25 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. This increases by 1 day after 2 full years completed service, then another day after 4 years and another day after 6 years service up to a maximum of 28 days plus bank holidays. Days are deducted annually from leave for a full business closure at Christmas.
• Mobile phone allowance
• Pension contribution is 4% employee and 3% employer.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme with Octopus EV and cycle to work scheme provided by cycle solutions.
• Discounted on site Gym
• Profit-related bonus scheme reviewed annually. Further details are available during induction.
• Cash Health Plan fully funded by Gusto. This includes financial, legal, counselling, rewards and discounts and cash repayments for treatments such as dental, optical etc.
• We are moving to an EOT in 2027 this will enable tax free bonus payments and other benefits. EOT Shares will be issued to employees who join before March 2025.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring all applicants and employees are treated fairly, without discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race.