Job description
We are recruiting for a Technical Manager to join our client on a new residential scheme in Richmond - the development is a mixture of low rise housing and RC Frame and is it essential you have experience in low rise.
As Technical Manager you will;
- Manage a Technical Coordinator and external consultants to ensure successful project delivery.
- Provide input into planning design and lead the optimisation process through to approval.
- Oversee the design team to deliver production information on time and to a high standard.
- Collaborate with Land and Planning, and Sales and Marketing teams to prepare technical specifications.
- Prepare and present the Pre-Contract Programme.
- Ensure timely submission and follow-up of statutory queries and applications (NHBC, LABC, Building Regulations).
- Conduct regular site inspections and manage Health & Safety matters.
- Liaise with the Commercial team to maintain tight cost controls and budget alignment.
- Attend various project meetings and coordinate with internal and external parties.
- Resolve technical and construction issues as they arise.
Experience
- Construction, engineering or architecture qualification
- Strong understanding of all preconstruction, construction, and planning activities
- Understand contract law (design liability)
- Strong technical expertise and proficiency with design packages
- Knowledge of the design and building processes
- Able to challenge expensive cost solutions and seek alternative solutions
- Keeping abreast of new technologies, innovation and contributions to business improvement forums
- Knowledge of CDM Regulations and wider H&S statutory framework.
