Design Administrator

What you’ll be doing?

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 is a nationally recognised 5-star house builder, supplying high‑quality homes for all generations.

We combine bright minds, latest technology and a genuine commitment to putting customers first, and want the best people 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, and a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

The Design Administrator plays a key role in supporting the Oregon Design Department and 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 the Design Department.
• Upload and maintain Oregon Frame
  
  IT system – sales order processing, design data and settings.
• Generate weekly documents including reports and KPIs 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 the Design Team.

• Proactive and self‑motivated.
• Highly methodical with good attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Willing to learn new IT skills including Oregon’s bespoke Frame
  
  IT system.
• Organised and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communicator and confident in dealing with team members.

• 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
• Private medical cover (virtual GP, physio, talk therapies)
• First‑class pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions
• Fully funded annual health assessment
• Employee loans and savings accounts, house purchase discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rates, discounts at major retailers
• Paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family‑friendly policies including Parents and Carers leave, share buying scheme