Residential Development: Technical Delivery Lead

Building Careers UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead the technical and design delivery of our residential development programme from tender through to completion.

You will head a team of Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, driving governance, collaboration and continuous improvement to deliver high-quality homes on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND or higher qualification (minimum Level 4) in a construction-related discipline.
• CSCS card or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• At least 5 years' experience in a Senior Technical Manager, Design Manager or similar senior technical role.
• Strong knowledge of construction design technologies and design management.
• Experience leading multiple residential development projects and programmes.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM 2015, fire safety requirements and Building Safety Act.
• Experience with NHBC, LABC Warranty or Premier Guarantee.
• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing external consultants.
• Experience using Common Data Environments (CDEs) and digital construction management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and design delivery of residential developments from tender to completion and handover.
• Provide technical leadership and governance across projects to ensure compliant, cost-effective designs.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks, conducting design reviews to resolve issues early.
• Ensure compliance with planning conditions, Building Regulations, CDM, and fire safety requirements.
• Review and approve drawings, specifications and technical information for quality and consistency.
• Coordinate external consultants, design teams and stakeholders to meet programme, budget and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Financial governance

Education

HNC/HND or higher (Level 4)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

Building Careers UK Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead the technical and design delivery of our residential development programme from tender through to completion.

You will head a team of Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, driving governance, collaboration and continuous improvement to deliver high-quality homes on time and within budget.