Technical Manager

We are recruiting for a Technical Manager to join our client on a new residential scheme in Richmond - the development is a mixture of low rise housing and RC Frame and is it essential you have experience in low rise.

As Technical Manager you will;

• Manage a Technical Coordinator and external consultants to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide input into planning design and lead the optimisation process through to approval.
• Oversee the design team to deliver production information on time and to a high standard.
• Collaborate with Land and Planning, and Sales and Marketing teams to prepare technical specifications.
• Prepare and present the Pre-Contract Programme.
• Ensure timely submission and follow-up of statutory queries and applications (NHBC, LABC, Building Regulations).
• Conduct regular site inspections and manage Health & Safety matters.
• Liaise with the Commercial team to maintain tight cost controls and budget alignment.
• Attend various project meetings and coordinate with internal and external parties.
• Resolve technical and construction issues as they arise.

Experience

• Construction, engineering or architecture qualification
• Strong understanding of all preconstruction, construction, and planning activities
• Understand contract law (design liability)
• Strong technical expertise and proficiency with design packages
• Knowledge of the design and building processes
• Able to challenge expensive cost solutions and seek alternative solutions
• Keeping abreast of new technologies, innovation and contributions to business improvement forums
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and wider H&S statutory framework.