Senior Technical Manager - Residential Development

• Coordinate and manage architectural and engineering design information
• Ensure all working drawings and technical details are accurate, practical and issued in line with programme requirements
• Manage the full approvals process, securing Building Regulations compliance, NHBC or alternative warranty provider approvals, and all relevant local authority agreements
• Appoint, brief and manage external consultants, including architects, civil and structural engineers and landscape designers
• Produce and monitor technical delivery programmes and budgets
• Provide clear progress and cost reporting to the Technical Director or Head of Technical
• Support the land and planning teams during acquisition stages by undertaking technical due diligence and feasibility assessments
• Act as a key point of contact between internal departments, site teams, commercial and sales functions, as well as external stakeholders
• Ensure strong communication and efficient resolution of technical issues
• Drive practical design solutions that enhance quality while maintaining commercial viability
• Ensure all design and construction activity complies fully with CDM Regulations 2015 and wider health and safety legislation
• Fulfill the duties of Principal Designer where required
• Mentor and develop members of the in-house technical team, including Technical Coordinators and Administrators

• Significant experience, typically five years or more, in a technical management or technical coordination role within a residential developer, housebuilder or relevant consultancy environment
• Strong working knowledge of UK Building Regulations, NHBC standards, planning legislation and associated legal agreements such as Section 106 and Section 278
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and the Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Ability to make sound technical and commercial decisions under pressure
• A methodical, detail-driven and proactive approach
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and drive projects forward in a structured and professional manner

Experience of Revit or project management platforms considered advantageous

• Long-term career development
• Chance to work on a diverse pipeline of high-quality projects