Technical Manager (Brierley Homes)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited has a 3-month contract for a Technical Manager to lead and coordinate residential development projects in North Yorkshire. The role requires oversight of design teams, ensuring designs meet programme, regulatory, and quality standards.

You will manage technical risks, review drawings, and liaise with authorities to secure approvals, travelling to development sites as needed to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Technical Manager or senior technical role in UK residential housebuilder.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods and technical design processes.
• Understanding of UK Building Regulations and planning legislation.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Ability to review and coordinate architectural and engineering drawings.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to development sites.
• Membership of CIOB/ICE/RICS/CABE.
• Experience with Section 38, 104, 278 and utility agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of residential development projects from planning through to completion.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Review, interpret, and coordinate architectural, engineering drawings.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, planning requirements, and statutory approvals.
• Liaise with highways, drainage, utility providers, and other authorities for approvals.
• Monitor project programmes, budgets, and resources to support delivery.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks across projects.
• Promote quality assurance and maintain technical standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Visit development sites to provide technical support and oversight.
• Identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality.

Skills

Project management

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional membership CIOB/ICE/RICS/CABE

Job description

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

3 Month COntract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To lead and coordinate the technical delivery of residential development projects, ensuring designs, approvals, and construction information are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to programme. The Technical Manager will oversee multidisciplinary design teams, manage technical risks, and support the successful delivery of high-quality housing developments across North Yorkshire.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of residential development projects from planning through to completion.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Review, interpret, and coordinate architectural, engineering, and technical drawings.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, planning requirements, and statutory approvals.
• Liaise with highways, drainage, utility providers, and other statutory authorities to secure necessary approvals.
• Monitor technical project programmes, budgets, and resource requirements to support timely project delivery.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks across development projects.
• Promote quality assurance and ensure technical standards are maintained throughout project lifecycles.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Visit development sites across North Yorkshire as required to provide technical support and oversight.
• Identify value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Technical Manager or senior technical role within a UK residential housebuilder.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods and technical design processes.
• Excellent understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning legislation, and statutory approval processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Ability to review, interpret, and coordinate architectural and engineering drawings.
• Strong project management, organisational, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness, including experience managing technical budgets and identifying value engineering opportunities.
• Proven ability to identify and manage technical risks across projects.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality assurance and compliance.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to development sites.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIOB, ICE, RICS, or CABE).
• Experience with Section 38, Section 104, Section 278, and utility adoption agreements.

Additional Information

• Location: Office-based at County Hall, Northallerton, with travel to development sites across North Yorkshire as required.
• Hours per Week: 37 hours (full-time). Part-time hours will also be considered.