Design And Build Technical Manager

TRIbuild Solutions Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contractor in London is seeking a Design & Build Technical Manager for a long-term contract. You will manage technical coordination across retrofit and façade remediation projects. The role offers a hybrid working structure, allowing for 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, with travel to Nottingham covered for site meetings. A strong background in relevant project types and a technical management role is required.

Qualifications

• Must have experience within a contractor environment.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC and temporary works is required.
• Candidate should be comfortable in a fast-paced contractor setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full technical design process from planning through to completion.
• Coordinate design consultants and subcontractors effectively.
• Ensure compliance with materials and structural interfaces.
• Support value engineering and programme improvements.

Skills

Background in retrofit, cladding, façade remediation

Proven experience in a technical or design manager role

Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations

Ability to manage technical queries

Job description

Overview

Design & Build Technical Manager - Retrofit & Cladding (Long-Term Contract)

We're working with a specialist contractor delivering complex retrofit and façade remediation projects. They're looking to appoint a Design & Build Technical Manager on a long-term contract to take ownership of technical coordination across multiple live and upcoming schemes.

The role is primarily based in East London, with travel to Nottingham every other week for site and project meetings. Travel and accommodation will be fully covered.

Location: East London (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 WFH)

Travel: Every other week to Nottingham - travel and accommodation fully covered

Responsibilities

• Manage the full technical design process from planning through to completion
• Coordinate design consultants, specialist subcontractors, and temporary works designers
• Review drawings for buildability, compliance, sequencing, and cost efficiency
• Oversee technical approvals: materials, warranty bodies, fire regulations, and structural interfaces
• Liaise closely with site, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure smooth handover
• Support value engineering and programme improvements

Requirements

• Background in retrofit, cladding, façade remediation, or similar D&B project types
• Proven experience within a contractor environment in a technical or design manager role
• Strong working knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC, and temporary works
• Ability to manage technical queries, resolve design issues, and ensure compliance
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on contractor setting

Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing contractor on a long-term contract, supporting high-profile retrofit and cladding schemes while enjoying a hybrid working structure and regular site involvement