At a Glance
- Tasks: Support commercial projects by coordinating materials and ensuring timely delivery.
- Company: A growing specialist contractor in the aluminium glazing and façade sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full training, career development, and a collaborative environment.
- Other info: Long-term career prospects with excellent training and support.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on exciting, technically challenging projects.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and attention to detail; experience in construction is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 27000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a growing specialist contractor operating within the aluminium glazing, curtain walling and façade sector. We are looking for a motivated and organised Technical Assistant to support the delivery of commercial projects from order stage through to manufacture. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a technical environment and has strong organisational skills, with a particular interest in procurement, materials coordination and project support.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Technical, Production and Purchasing teams to ensure materials are accurately scheduled, ordered and delivered to meet manufacturing and project deadlines. Whether you already have experience within the façade, glazing or construction industry, or are looking to develop a long‑term career in a specialist technical sector, this role offers excellent training and progression opportunities.
The Role- Producing material schedules and take-offs using LogiKal software.
- Generating procurement information from approved project designs.
- Ordering materials from suppliers and monitoring delivery schedules.
- Coordinating with system houses, manufacturers and suppliers to ensure project requirements are met.
- Tracking lead times and resolving supply issues where required.
- Supporting production planning activities and manufacturing schedules.
- Assisting with project documentation and technical information.
- Working closely with internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Maintaining accurate records of orders, deliveries and material requirements.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- The ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks.
- Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Confidence working with computer-based systems and software.
- Aluminium curtain walling, windows, doors or façade systems.
- Material procurement or purchasing.
- Manufacturing or production planning.
- LogiKal software.
- AutoCAD or other technical drawing software.
- Kawneer, Schüco, Metal Technology or similar aluminium systems.
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Full training and ongoing support.
- Opportunities for career development and progression.
- Exposure to a wide variety of interesting and technically challenging projects.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Long‑term career prospects within a growing business.
Assistant Design Co-ordinator - Aluminium Glazing in High Wycombe employer: PPM Recruitment
Join a dynamic and growing specialist contractor in the aluminium glazing sector, where you will find a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, comprehensive training, and exposure to a variety of technically challenging projects, this role as an Assistant Design Co-ordinator offers a meaningful career path in a thriving industry. Embrace the opportunity to work closely with experienced teams and contribute to exciting commercial projects while enjoying long-term career prospects.
