Residential Development Technical Lead

Building Careers UK Ltd; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd in Birkenhead is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead the technical and design delivery of residential developments, ensuring high-quality homes and thriving communities.

You will head a team of Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, collaborating with Construction, Commercial and Development teams to uphold standards, drive continuous improvement and manage risk across the programme.

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, technical delivery and design management.
• Proven experience managing multiple residential development projects and construction programmes.
• Strong understanding of Building Regulations, CDM 2015, fire safety requirements and the Building Safety Act.
• Experience working with NHBC, LABC Warranty, Premier Guarantee or similar warranty providers.
• Proven experience leading and developing technical teams and managing external consultants.
• Experience using Common Data Environments (CDEs) and digital construction management systems.
• Strong commercial awareness, financial governance and risk management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience within social housing or high-rise residential development would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and BIM would be desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across operational locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and design delivery of residential developments from tender stage through to completion and handover.
• Provide technical leadership, governance and oversight across multiple projects, ensuring designs are compliant, buildable, cost-effective and aligned with programme requirements.
• Identify, manage and mitigate technical risks, carrying out design reviews to resolve issues at the earliest opportunity.
• Ensure compliance with planning conditions, Building Regulations, CDM requirements, fire safety legislation, warranty standards and all relevant statutory approvals.
• Review and approve drawings, specifications and technical information to ensure consistency, quality and compliance across all developments.
• Manage and coordinate external consultants, design teams and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered to agreed programme, budget and quality standards.
• Develop and monitor design programmes, ensuring technical information is available in line with project and construction milestones.
• Work collaboratively with Construction, Commercial and Development teams to support successful project delivery and wider business objectives.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance, resolving design and construction challenges throughout the development lifecycle.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, creating a high-performing and collaborative team environment.
• Establish and embed technical processes, standards and controls that promote consistency, compliance and operational excellence.
• Manage workloads, resources and technical budgets while supporting innovation, future growth and continued business improvement across HMS.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Financial governance

Team development

Education

HNC, HND or higher qualification (minimum Level 4) in a construction-related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

Building Careers UK Ltd in Birkenhead is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead the technical and design delivery of residential developments, ensuring high-quality homes and thriving communities.

You will head a team of Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, collaborating with Construction, Commercial and Development teams to uphold standards, drive continuous improvement and manage risk across the programme.