Design Administrator

Overview

Oregon Timber Frame (OTF), one of the UK’s largest timber frame manufacturers, is a division of Barratt Redrow PLC, Britain’s largest house builder, following an acquisition in 2019. We specialise in the design, manufacture, supply and erection of structural timbers to all divisions across the Barratt Redrow Group. Barratt Redrow are a nationally recognised 5-star house builder, supplying high-quality homes for all generations.

That is more than any other major house builder. It is because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of house building. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want.

We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

Job Purpose

The Design Administrator plays a key role in supporting the Oregon Design Department along with the operational activities of the wider business. The ideal candidate will possess a meticulous eye for detail and demonstrate a strong work ethic, while collaborating with the Design Department.

• Issue standard correspondence on behalf of Design Department.
• Upload and maintain Oregon Frame
  
  IT system – sales order processing, design data and settings within Oregon Frame
  
  IT system.
• Generate weekly documents including reports and KPI’s from Oregon Frame
  
  IT system.
• Create and manage job folders, house types, and plot entries.
• Link specifications and request necessary certifications.
• Attend pre-start meetings and maintain site records.
• Maintain stationery supplies and provide reception cover when needed.
• Print and distribute site, factory, and manufacturing drawings.
• Assist designers with drawing collation and issuance.
• Ensure accurate and timely input of project details.
• Provide general administrative support to Design Team.

• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Highly methodical with good attention to detail.
• Computer literacy in the use of Microsoft packages including Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Willing to learn new IT skills including Oregon’s bespoke Frame
  
  IT system.
• Organised and methodical.
• Pro-active with the ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Good communicator and confident to deal with other members of the team.

Our Company and Benefits:
We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star house builder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major house builder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.

Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
• Choice of Flexible Benefits
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

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