Technical Director

ANA Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading designer, manufacturer, and installer of structural building solutions seeks a Technical Director in Birmingham. This role targets a qualified chartered structural engineer who will lead the engineering and design department, ensuring technical excellence and compliance across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and extensive knowledge in structural engineering, with at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Bonus

Healthcare

Company Car or Allowance

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience on mid-rise, multi-occupancy structures.
• Experience with steels, concrete masonry, and timber.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering and Design department.
• Manage relationships with architects and contractors.
• Oversee technical documentation and ensure compliance.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Education

Chartered Structural Engineer

Membership of IStructE

Tools

Tekla

Job description

Job Description

Position: Technical Director

Location: Birmingham - Hybrid

Salary: £90-100,000 + Bonus, Healthcare, Company Car or Allowance + Excellent benefits.

Our client is a leading Designer, Manufacturer, and Installer of Structural Building solutions. They have an exciting opportunity for a qualified chartered structural engineer to lead their Engineering and Design department.

Main Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management

Key tasks include:

• Technical Leadership
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for the engineering and design function of the business
• Manage relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, and developers from conceptual scheme design to construction on-site
• Oversee the development and maintenance of technical documentation, including product specifications, installation guidelines, and technical manuals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, Compliance, Marketing, and Finance, to ensure technical alignment and support business objectives
• Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and regulatory changes to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ensuring that issues of technical excellence are translated to usable commercial advantage
• Establish effective communication channels to address technical inquiries, customer inquiries and complaints, and regulatory issues in a timely manner.
• Represent the company in industry forums, conferences, and technical committees to enhance the company's reputation and influence technical and compliance standards.

• Skills and Attributes:
• Experienced leader with previous experience working as a chartered structural engineer.
• Be able to demonstrate structural competence in relation to higher-risk buildings ( HRB) and be conversant with regulatory requirements under the Building Safety Act
• Understanding of construction product manufacturing processes, materials, and testing methodologies.
• Professional and organised, with a desire to bring about improvement
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Takes ownership of tasks and topics proactively and motivates the team to perform to tight deadlines.

• Qualifications:
• Chartered Structural Engineer
• Ideally, Membership of IStuctE
• 5 years+ experience working on mid-rise, multi-occupancy structures; Residential Structures, Student Accommodation, Care Homes, and Hotels
• Full working knowledge of Tekla
• Experience in core materials: steel, concrete masonry, and timber

To find out more about this excellent career opportunity, please apply to ANA Recruitment Ltd