Contract to start ASAP until 06-10-26 with a possible extension.

Job Purpose

The Technical Manager is responsible for managing the technical design and engineering aspects of residential developments from land acquisition through to completion.

The role ensures that all technical information is coordinated, compliant, and delivered on time to support planning, procurement, construction, and customer handover.

Responsibilities

Design Management

Manage the technical design process for multiple residential developments.

Coordinate architects, engineers, surveyors, landscape architects, and specialist consultants.

Review and approve technical drawings and specifications.

Ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and buildable.

Monitor design programmes to ensure key project milestones are achieved.

Planning and Approvals

Manage planning conditions and discharge requirements.

Obtain statutory approvals including Building Regulations, highways, drainage, utilities, and environmental consents.

Liaise with local authorities, utility providers, and statutory bodies.

Ensure developments comply with current legislation and planning obligations.

Project Delivery

Support the pre-construction and construction teams with technical advice.

Attend project and design team meetings.

Resolve technical queries raised during construction.

Manage design changes while minimising programme and cost impacts.

Coordinate the release of construction information in line with build programmes.

Risk Management

Identify and manage technical risks throughout the development lifecycle.

Ensure compliance with current Building Regulations, the Building Safety Act, NHBC requirements, and health and safety legislation.

Monitor consultant performance and technical quality standards.

Budget Management

Control consultant appointments and fees.

Monitor technical budgets.

Identify opportunities for value engineering without compromising quality or compliance.

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RQ1747431-06-26