Design Administrator

  • All Locations
    Scotland
  • Division
    Oregon Timber Frame Scotland
  • Vacancy Type
    Permanent
  • Advertising Salary
    Competitive
  • Time Type
    Full Time
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What you'll be doing?

Oregon Timber Frame (OTF), one of the UK’s largest timber frame manufacturers are a division of Barratt Redrow PLC, Britain’s largest housebuilder, 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 housebuilder, supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That is more than any other major housebuilder. 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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Issue standard correspondence on behalf of Design Department.
  • Upload and maintain Oregon FrameIT system – sales order processing, design data and settings within Oregon FrameIT system.
  • Generate weekly documents including reports and KPI’s from Oregon FrameIT 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.

Essential

  • Proactive and self-motivated.
  • Highly methodical with good attention to detail.
  • Computer literature in the use of Microsoft packages including Word, Power Point, Excel.
  • Willing to learn new IT skills including Oregon’s bespoke FrameIT 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.

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. 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
Division: Oregon Timber Frame Scotland
Location: Scotland
Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 13 July 2026
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Our benefits are fit to measure

Today’s housebuilding professional need tomorrow’s benefits, so they’re ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world.

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Private medical cover

Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.

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Pension

First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.

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Annual Health Assessment

All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.

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Financial benefits

As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts.

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Lifestyle benefits

Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.

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So much more…

From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.

About Oregon Timber Frame Scotland

With two decades of industry-leading experience, Oregon is a key timber frame supplier in the UK, providing high quality products and excellent customer service. Oregon plays a crucial role in the homebuilding industry by offering innovative and sustainable solutions for building design and construction by using top-of-the-line timber frame technology. Established in 1998, we have a deep sense of pride in what we have achieved in the UK over the last two decades — and the future is looking even brighter.

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Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre

We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we're so committed to developing our inclusive culture.

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Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind

We’re building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time. Our commitment to our customers is rooted in every decision and day-to-day action we take.

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Design Administrator

  • All Locations
    Scotland
  • Division
    Oregon Timber Frame Scotland
  • Vacancy Type
    Permanent
  • Advertising Salary
    Competitive