Design Co-ordinator Apprentice

Operating Company: Berkeley Homes Capital

Application Reference Number: BHCAPDesignCoOr

Level: 4

Entry Requirements: Level 3 qualifications or 2 A Levels

Location: Newham, Hackney, Islington and Watford

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Starting Salary: £18,500pa

Application End Date: 26th June 2022

Brief Description: 

The technical department takes over the management of the design of a scheme once planning consent has been granted. Our technical team do not work as architects as these are typically appointed externally - instead they appoint the consultant design team and manage the detailed design process. Coordination and work flow of all technical information on a live project throughout the development cycle from design, planning, delivery and through to completion.

Person Specification:

• Proactive, self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook
• Keen to deliver exceptional customer service
• Credible, and comfortable in dealing with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Well-presented and business like
• Punctual and reliable 
• Hard-working
• Follows instructions
• Flexible
• Methodical and meticulous
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational, time management and planning skills
• Able to build and maintain good working relationships with suppliers
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, internet and email 
• Takes pride in the job

Please note that people working within the technical team are not working as architects; the technical team manages the design process, which usually includes the appointment of third party architects.
The technical department liaises closely with the land, commercial and construction departments to ensure a seamless transition from design through procurement and construction.

They will also manage the external processes associated with:

• Discharge of planning conditions
• Obtaining statutory consents
• Party wall awards
• Site surveys and investigations
• Supporting the construction, sales and customer services teams through the provision of technical information 

The Technical Co-ordinator Assistant Apprentice will:

• Supporting senior members including the Technical/Design Managers and Director with land appraisals and the development of future sites. 
• The Coordination of internal and external consultants in producing technical details and drawings required for the delivery of schemes from design, planning and through to completion.
• Assisting in implementing departmental and company objectives and procedures. 
• Assist in the value engineering elements, questioning drawings and making changes where relevant to assist in the smoothness of build on site.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To undertake an agreed programme of learning that leads to gaining a recognised qualification as part of an apprenticeship framework/standard. 
• To actively participate in own development plan under the supervision of your line manager, sub-contractor management team and the College assessor 
• To work under supervision to learn your role. Specifics for each apprenticeship role can be found at the end of the job description. 
• To work safely and competently in a site based environment and to always adhere to Group Health and Safety Standards.
• Ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) is used at the appropriate time for each task being undertaken.
• To undertake and take part in other duties, meetings, toolbox talks, supervision, training and events as requested by your manager that aids learning and development for your role. 
• To demonstrate compassion and consideration for others, forming mutual trust and professional respect.
• To operate with a ‘one team’ approach demonstrating flexible engagement with internal and external colleagues. 
• To operate with consistent effort, overcoming obstacles in order to achieve a goal.
• To be self-driven with a willingness to learn, adopting a ‘can do’ mentality and work ethic.
• To maintain the Berkeley Homes brand and assist in delivery of a quality product with minimal build defects leading to positive customer satisfaction at hand-over and beyond.
• To consistently work to a high standard and look for ways to improve current working practices and processes for the benefit of customers and Berkeley Homes.
• Act in accordance with the company Culture and Values of ‘Our Vision’ commitment to be a World Class Business generating long-term value by creating successful, sustainable places where people aspire to live.