Technical Manager

Project technical details are managed by technical coordinators. They might be answering questions, assisting with the creation and interpretation of technical diagrams, plans, and paperwork, creating delivery schedules, and managing projects, depending on the sector of construction they work in.

The following responsibilities are part of the technical coordinator's job description:

• Addressing questions and comments from the public and the staff
• Communicating with clients to learn about their needs and provide updates
• Helping technical supervisors build and distribute work plans and schedules
• Managing the documentation for technological projects
• Performing administrative duties
• Preparing project updates and presentations
• Examining project predictions and costs

^*Pay rates
Earnings typically depend on location, employer, the stage of your training, your hours worked and the opportunity to work overtime. Please also note that the pay rate figures have come from a variety of reliable sources including:

• National Home Builders
• Home Builder's Sub-Contractors
• CITB
• The Home Builders Federation
• Construction Recruitment Agencies

The path to become a technical coordinator can take many forms. You could finish a course at a university or community college, an apprenticeship, or get training while working.

To choose which path will lead you to becoming a technical coordinator, you need investigate them all. Many businesses are looking for employees who are passionate, open to learning, and able to follow directions, even though some of these possibilities have specific qualification criteria.

You could advance from being a technical coordinator to a senior role as a project manager or director.

The type of job role can differ depending on the employer and the activities involved. Some roles such as trade roles have the opportunity to be self-employed. Often employers offer a variety of employment status and flexibility. The jobs outlined in this website are common across the home building industry, but the job titles may differ from one organisation to another.

All our featured job roles offer different entry-points for school leavers, college leavers, and graduates to commence a career in the industry. There are opportunities to enrol on apprenticeships and other career progression routes.

For most jobs, depending on your qualifications and experience there are also openings for those looking to change career.