Senior Technical Manager – New Build Housing

Kitson Associates; England; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitson Associates seeks a Senior Technical Manager for a housing developer in Northamptonshire. The role involves leading technical design, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing teams to deliver high-quality housing projects. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in construction and strong technical acumen.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction/development required.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC and planning laws is essential.
• RTPI eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination of technical design and approvals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Manage and resolve technical and construction challenges.

Skills

Technical knowledge of Building Regulations

Team management

IT proficiency

Education

Degree in Planning or related field

Job description

Senior Technical Manager – New Build Housing

Northamptonshire

Up to £85,000 + Bonus + Package

Due to internal promotion, Kitson Associates is hiring anexperienced Technical Managerfor a successful housing developer in Northamptonshire. Reporting to theTechnical Director, you'll oversee design and utility coordination, ensuring approvals and timely information flow between consultants, contractors, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead & coordinate technical design, utilities, and approvals

Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC & sustainability standards

Liaise with consultants, suppliers, and internal departments

Manage budgets, reports & performance targets

Resolve technical & construction challenges efficiently

Required Skills & Experience:

5+ years in construction/development

Strong technical knowledge (Building Regs, NHBC, planning laws)

Experience in managing teams & partnerships

IT proficiency (Microsoft packages)

Degree in Planning or related field with RTPI eligibility preferred.

For more information, please apply with an up to date CV toBecky Kitsonat Kitson Associates. If you do not hear back within 3days, unfortunately, your application was not shortlisted for this particular position on this occasion.Kitson Associates is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information