About this job
Job description
Summary
Our Technical team is at the heart of our developments, overseeing external consultants and managing the full project lifecycle, from land acquisition and planning through to site completion. We provide structured training, expert mentorship, and exposure to real projects, supporting your journey to become a technical project manager.
About Taylor Wimpey
Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK’s largest and most respected housebuilders. We’re committed to building high-quality homes and vibrant communities across the country. From inclusive working practices to award-winning training, we’re proud to invest in our people and our future.
About the Trainee Scheme
As a Trainee Technical Co-ordinator, you’ll:
- Support the Technical Team in managing projects from land acquisition to site completion
- Gain experience across the full development process, including Health, Safety & Environment, Land, Planning & Community Engagement, Pre-Development & Design Coordination, and Development Management
Hands-on experience includes:
- Identifying and managing design risks in line with CDM requirements
- Ensuring environmental and ecological considerations are embedded in design
- Implementing and complying with CDM and EMS regulations
- Supporting the preparation and submission of planning applications
- Assisting in managing community engagement and consultations
- Helping clear planning conditions and supporting planning negotiations
- Attending and contributing to key project meetings
- Coordinating design tenders and supporting design programme management
- Assisting in securing Building Regulations approval and compiling supplier documentation
- Liaising with the Engineering team to ensure approvals are met
- Staying up to date with product and regulation changes
- Supporting production teams and managing design changes on site
- Monitoring construction progress and helping resolve design issues.
The Programme:
The Trainee Programme is a structured development pathway lasting between two and four years, depending on your entry level and progression. It combines on-the-job experience with formal training to build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to step into the Assistant Technical Coordinator role.
Throughout the programme, you will:
- Complete a two-year professional skills course at our dedicated Training Hub in Solihull.
- Follow a structured development plan with clear milestones for salary progression.
- Take part in regular reviews with your line manager to track progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Gain exposure to other departments across Taylor Wimpey.
- Join the Early Talent community as a programme ambassador, representing Taylor Wimpey at careers fairs and school events.
- Have the opportunity to apply for the Kings Trust Million Makers programme.
Job requirements
- 2:1 degree in a Civil Engineering or Architecture
- A Full UK Driving License or an ability to get to remote site locations independently.
- Willingness to travel between sites and around your business unit area.
- You must have a Full Right to Work in the UK.