Technical Manager

Skilled Careers Ltd; South Shields; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading Residential Developer is seeking a Technical Manager to lead the technical delivery of a high-rise residential scheme. You will manage the design process, consultant team, statutory approvals, and technical delivery through the project lifecycle.

You will ensure compliance with Building Safety Act and Gateway submissions while driving programme, quality, and commercial objectives on a Crawley-based project.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Technical Manager or Design Manager in residential developments.
• Strong track record delivering high-rise schemes.
• Comprehensive understanding of Building Safety Act and Gateway submissions.
• Excellent consultant management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical function on a complex residential development from inception to completion.
• Coordinate external consultants, architects, engineers and advisors.
• Oversee planning amendments, discharge of conditions and statutory approvals.
• Prepare Gateway 2 and 3 submissions in line with Building Safety Act.
• Liaise with Building Safety Regulator and authorities to ensure compliance.

Skills

Technical management experience

Stakeholder engagement

Building Safety Act knowledge

High-rise residential delivery

Job description

Are you an experienced Technical Manager with a strong background as a Technical Manager in high-rise residential developments and a thorough understanding of the Building Safety Act and Gateway process? We are looking for a Technical Manager!

We are working with a leading residential developer who are looking for a Technical Manager todeliver a significant scheme in South Wimbledon based out of an office in Crawley. They are looking to appoint a Technical Manager to take ownership of the project from early-stage design and planning submissions through to delivery and practical completion.

Salary - £70k - £85k + Package

Location - Crawley

The Role

As Technical Manager, you will lead the technical function on a complex residential development, managing the design process, consultant team, statutory approvals, and technical delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the scheme meets all regulatory requirements, including Building Safety Act compliance and Gateway submissions, while driving programme, quality, and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the technical delivery of a high-rise residential scheme from inception to completion.
• Lead and coordinate external consultants, architects, engineers, and specialist advisors.
• Oversee planning amendments, discharge of conditions, Section Agreements, and statutory approvals.
• Prepare and manage Gateway 2 and Gateway 3 submissions in line with the Building Safety Act requirements.
• Act as the key liaison with the Building Safety Regulator and relevant authorities.
• Review and coordinate design information to ensure compliance, buildability, and programme requirements.
• Work closely with Construction, Commercial, Sales, and Planning teams to support project objectives.
• Manage technical risks, design changes, and value engineering exercises where appropriate.
• Ensure all design information is delivered on time and to the required quality standards.
• Support the project through construction, completion, and handover.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Technical Manager or Design Manager within a residential developer or contractor environment.
• Strong track record delivering high-rise residential developments.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Building Safety Act and the Gateway submission process.
• Experience managing projects from pre-construction and planning stages through to practical completion.
• Excellent consultant management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Sound knowledge of current Building Regulations, NHBC standards, and residential construction practices.
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.