Technical Coordinator

What does a technical coordinator do?

As a technical coordinator, you’ll support construction projects from a technical point of view. Day-to-day, you could be  drawing up and interpreting plans, diagrams and schedules, coordinating paperwork and dealing with enquiries. 

The job role of a technical coordinator involves the following duties:  

• Dealing with public and staff enquiries and feedback 
• Liaising with clients to understand their needs and report on progress 
• Assisting technical managers to create and share work plans and timelines 
• Managing technical project documentation 
• Carrying out administrative tasks 
• Preparing presentations and project updates 
• Reviewing project costs and forecasts. 

How to become a technical coordinator

There are several routes to becoming a technical coordinator. You could complete a university or college course, an apprenticeship, or on-the-job training. 

You should explore these routes to becoming a technical coordinator to find out which is the right one for you. Although some of these options have certain qualification requirements, many employers are interested in people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and can follow instructions. 

University 

You could complete an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject to help you become a technical coordinator.

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College/training provider 

If you study construction or a related trade at college, you could go on to apply for a role as a technical coordinator. You may need to gain onsite experience or complete further qualifications on the job to help you prepare for this role.  

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Apprenticeship 

You could start your career as an apprentice in most construction trades and then apply for a job as a technical coordinator. Alternatively, you could apply for a higher apprenticeship in construction management and gain experience as a technical coordinator to help you progress in your career. 

Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. As an apprentice, you’ll be fully employed by your company and expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Your time will be split between on-the-job experience and a college or training provider. 

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Work 

If you have some previous experience in construction you could apply directly to an employer to gain experience as a technical coordinator. You might start out as an assistant to a more experienced technical coordinator and progress as your abilities improve and you complete further training. 

Work experience 

Work experience is essential to gaining employment within the industry. You could gain this at school, or by working weekends and holidays with a company or relative who works as a technical coordinator. Potential employers will always be pleased to see work experience listed on your CV. 

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Skills  

Additional skills which may benefit anyone considering a job as a technical coordinator include:  

• Knowledge of building and construction 
• Excellent communication and customer service skills 
• Analytical thinking skills 
• Ability to pay attention to detail 
• Strong administration skills 

How much could you earn as a technical coordinator?

The expected salary for a technical coordinator varies as you become more experienced.

• Newly trained technical coordinators can start at £20000
• Trained with experience technical coordinators can earn up to £50000*

Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route. 

* Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources