Technical Manager

Building Careers UK Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to lead the technical and design delivery of our residential development programme. You will guide a team including Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, ensuring projects meet safety, quality and programme requirements.

Working as part of the Leadership Team, you will collaborate with Construction, Commercial and Development colleagues to drive governance, continuous improvement and ensure

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or higher qualification (Level 4+) in a construction discipline.
• CSCS card or equivalent health & safety qualification.
• 5+ years in a Senior Technical/Design Manager role.
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and CDM 2015.
• Experience with NHBC or similar warranty providers.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical and design delivery from tender to handover.
• Provide governance across projects to ensure compliant, buildable designs.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks with early design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with planning conditions and fire safety requirements.
• Review drawings and specifications for consistency and quality.
• Coordinate external consultants and stakeholders to meet programme and budget.
• Develop and monitor design programmes aligned with milestones.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Design Coordinators and Planner.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Financial governance

Risk management

Education

HNC/HND or higher in construction (Level 4+)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

Technical Manager

Salary - £72,698 plus car allowance

We're looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join our client during an exciting period of growth. This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing the technical and design delivery of our residential development programme and ensuring we continue to deliver high-quality homes and thriving communities.

As part of the Leadership Team, you'll work closely with our Construction, Commercial and Development teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, compliantly and to the highest standards throughout the development lifecycle.

You’ll lead a team of Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, providing clear direction while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technical professional to make a genuine impact within a values-driven organisation committed to quality and improving lives through the homes and communities we create.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the technical and design delivery of residential developments from tender stage through to completion and handover.
• Provide technical leadership, governance and oversight across multiple projects, ensuring designs are compliant, buildable, cost-effective and aligned with programme requirements.
• Identify, manage and mitigate technical risks, carrying out design reviews to resolve issues at the earliest opportunity.
• Ensure compliance with planning conditions, Building Regulations, CDM requirements, fire safety legislation, warranty standards and all relevant statutory approvals.
• Review and approve drawings, specifications and technical information to ensure consistency, quality and compliance across all developments.
• Manage and coordinate external consultants, design teams and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered to agreed programme, budget and quality standards.
• Develop and monitor design programmes, ensuring technical information is available in line with project and construction milestones.
• Work collaboratively with Construction, Commercial and Development teams to support successful project delivery and wider business objectives.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance, resolving design and construction challenges throughout the development lifecycle.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of Design Coordinators, Document Controllers and a Project Planner, creating a high-performing and collaborative team environment.
• Establish and embed technical processes, standards and controls that promote consistency, compliance and operational excellence.
• Manage workloads, resources and technical budgets while supporting innovation, future growth and continuous business improvement across HMS.

What we're looking for

• HNC, HND or higher qualification (minimum Level 4) in a construction-related discipline.
• CSCS card or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• At least 5 years' experience in a Senior Technical Manager, Design Manager or similar senior technical role.
• Strong knowledge of construction design technologies, technical delivery and design management.
• Proven experience managing multiple residential development projects and construction programmes.
• Strong understanding of Building Regulations, CDM 2015, fire safety requirements and the Building Safety Act.
• Experience working with NHBC, LABC Warranty, Premier Guarantee or similar warranty providers.
• Proven experience leading and developing technical teams and managing external consultants.
• Experience using Common Data Environments (CDEs) and digital construction management systems.
• Strong commercial awareness, financial governance and risk management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience within social housing or high-rise residential development would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and BIM would be desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across operational locations.