Technical Manager

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national housebuilder is seeking a Technical Manager in Newcastle to oversee technical delivery across residential development projects. The role involves managing consultants, leading a Senior Engineer, and ensuring compliance with construction and planning standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, strong leadership skills, and a relevant degree. Attractive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

£5,500 car allowance

33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technical Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK residential construction standards and regulations.
• Experience mentoring or supervising technical staff.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all technical aspects of residential development projects.
• Manage and coordinate external consultants for timely delivery.
• Lead and mentor the Senior Engineer.
• Review and approve engineering designs and technical reports.
• Support the planning application process.
• Liaise with internal departments for cohesive project delivery.
• Manage budgets and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Attend and lead technical meetings and site inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Technical guidance

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction, or Architecture

Job description

Overview

Technical Manager — Newcastle. Permanent role with a national house builder. Salary: £65k base + £5,500 Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits.

Our client is a leading national housebuilder delivering high-quality, sustainable homes across the UK. They focus on design excellence, customer satisfaction, and innovation. They are expanding their development pipeline and seeking a Technical Manager to drive technical delivery across their developments.

The Role

As Technical Manager, you will oversee all technical aspects of residential development projects. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will lead the management of consultants and ensure smooth progression through planning, design, and construction phases. You will directly manage a Senior Engineer, providing leadership, technical guidance, and support to ensure engineering deliverables meet programme, budget, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of multiple residential development sites from pre-acquisition through to completion.
• Manage and coordinate external consultants (engineers, architects, specialists) to ensure timely and accurate delivery of information.
• Provide direct line management and mentoring to the Senior Engineer, overseeing their workload, performance, and professional development.
• Review and approve engineering designs, infrastructure proposals, and technical reports.
• Support the planning application process by ensuring all technical information is delivered in line with planning strategy.
• Liaise closely with internal departments including Land, Planning, Commercial, Construction, and Sales to ensure cohesive project delivery.
• Manage budgets, identify value engineering opportunities, and ensure compliance with building regulations, NHBC standards, and company specifications.
• Contribute to buildability reviews and resolve technical issues that may arise during construction.
• Attend and lead technical meetings, design team reviews, and site inspections.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Technical Manager, Technical Project Manager or a Senior Engineer ready to take the next step, within a housebuilding or residential development environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK residential construction standards, planning processes, building regulations, and NHBC/LABC requirements.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring or supervising technical staff.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Degree or HNC/HND in a relevant technical discipline (e.g. Civil Engineering, Construction, Architecture).
• Full UK driving license.

What They Offer

• £65k base salary and annual bonus scheme
• £5,500 car allowance
• 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare and pension scheme
• Career development and training opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative working environment

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a respected and forward-thinking national housebuilder, we want to hear from you.