Technical Assistant

This role is based within Homes by Esh, one of the North’s leading private housebuilders, with a strong reputation in the new homes market. By merging technology with expertise, we produce superbly built homes using the latest technology, alongside creating a product range designed to attract buyers seeking a greener and more sustainable way of living. We pride ourselves on our unrivalled customer service, recognising that buying a home is one of life’s most important investments.

About the role:

We are recruiting a Technical Assistant to support the Design Manager by coordinating technical information, attending meetings, and managing actions. Responsibilities include preparing O&M and customer handover documents, assisting with planning applications and condition discharge, and ensuring accuracy while working to tight deadlines.

Location:

Bowburn 

What we will expect from you:

Prepare Technical Drawings and collate all supporting information

• Prepare and co-ordinate all technical drawings and supporting information upload and circulated to relevant parties via ViewPoint and hard copies, when necessary, in line with agreed pre-commencement programmes, utilising external consultants where appropriate
• Undertake detailed assessment, co-ordination and approval of all supporting suppliers and manufacturer’s information
• Ensure structural assessment of all technical drawings is undertaken by an approved consultant
• Create, comment and revise house type drawings, site & legal plans to ensure compliance with technical constraints and issue information to all internal and external teams  
• Develop a close relationship with the land team to bring forward new sites and interpret technical information to form a site brief

Secure Building Regulations/Statutory approvals

• Prepare, submit and secure Building Regulations and Statutory Approvals for developments
• Ensure the timely clearance of Building Regulation and statutory conditions to deliver CML’s in line with build programme/budget
• Provide technical support for all other departments e.g. Land, Planning, Engineering, Design, Commercial, Production, Sales, Customer Service and Legal
• Provide resolution of site and other queries in close conjunction with other team members to ensure compliance with the building regulations approved documents 

General

• Support the Design Manager to ensure all relevant technical information is available
• Prepare for, attend, and participate in all necessary internal and external meetings to represent the technical team / wider business, taking notes and actioning tasks 
• Produce information for O&M manuals and customer plans for plot completions
• Accuracy of issue and working to tight deadlines and programmes is essential
• Help to collate, prepare and submit various planning application types and discharge relevant conditions in a timely manner

What to Expect from us:

At Esh, our values shape the way we work every day — and you can expect to see them in action from the moment you join us.

• Care: We prioritise your wellbeing and development, offering a supportive environment where you’re encouraged to grow, learn, and bring your best self to work
• Trust: You’ll have the autonomy to take ownership of your work, with managers who believe in your abilities and are there to support you when needed
• Integrity: We do the right thing, even when it’s not the easiest option. You can rely on open, honest communication and fair decision making
• Respect: We value diverse perspectives and create a workplace where everyone is listened to, valued, and treated with dignity
• Working Together: Collaboration is at the heart of how we operate. You’ll join a team that celebrates shared success and supports one another to achieve great results

Together, these values create a workplace where people feel welcome, trusted, appreciated, and proud to be part of the team.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year experience in a fast paced developer is desirable 
• A HND/Degree in an Architectural/Technical background is desirable

Attributes & Skills:​

• Must have a passionate, resilient and enthusiastic attitude with a willingness to adapt workload 
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail at all times
• Must have administration and document management experience
• A thorough understanding and previous exposure of building regulations and planning process
• Technical project management skills desirable 
• Demonstrate continuing development and understanding of emerging requirements 
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite