Senior Technical Manager

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a senior professional to coordinate technical design and delivery across highway and building projects in Greater London. The role involves managing complex technical aspects, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations, and mentoring team members. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in infrastructure projects and hold relevant qualifications such as an HNC/HND or degree in Civil/Structural Engineering. The position offers a competitive salary aligned with experience and the opportunity to influence best practices in the industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in infrastructure/building projects with 5+ in leadership roles.
• Chartered or working towards (ICE, CIOB, IStructE, etc.).
• Valid SMSTS & CSCS required.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical aspects of highways, drainage, and building structures.
• Lead design teams and chair technical meetings to ensure milestones are met.
• Ensure health, safety, and CDM regulations are fully integrated into design.

Skills

Leadership in infrastructure projects

Knowledge of DMRB and Building Regs

Technical drawing interpretation

Stakeholder coordination

Risk management

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Role Overview

Lead the coordination of technical design and delivery across highway and building projects, from concept to completion. Ensure compliance, quality, and alignment with programme, budget, and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage technical aspects of highways, drainage, and building structures.
  
• Oversee Section 38/278/104 processes and planning condition discharges.
  
• Lead design teams and chair technical meetings to ensure milestones are met.
  
• Provide buildability, compliance, and value engineering input.
  
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants, and statutory bodies for approvals.
  
• Mentor team members, support development plans, and manage performance.
  
• Ensure health, safety, and CDM regulations are fully integrated into design.
  
• Oversee consultant procurement and monitor technical budgets.
  
• Deliver technical reports and updates to senior management.
  
• Drive adoption of best practices and continuous improvement.
  

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years in infrastructure/building projects with 5+ in leadership roles.
  
• Strong knowledge of DMRB, Building Regs, CDM, and adoption processes.
  
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings, BIM, and EDMS systems.
  
• Experienced in stakeholder coordination and statutory approvals.
  
• Able to manage risk, budgets, and technical documentation effectively.
  

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Construction.
  
• Chartered or working towards (ICE, CIOB, IStructE, etc.).
  
• Valid SMSTS & CSCS required.