Our client builds 150-200 homes annually in the Home Counties and Southeast of England, with a focus on putting the customer at the centre of everything. The founder and chairman, is actively involved in daily operations, driving a commitment to exceptional customer care, attention to detail, and delivering homes for a lifetime.
Position: Technical Manager
Location: Head Office, Beaconsfield
Reports to: Commercial, Technical, and Production Director
Salary: Competitive package offered
Role Overview: The Technical Manager oversees pre-construction and delivery of new residential projects, ensuring all design information meets high-quality standards, aligns with the project schedule, and stays within budget. Responsibilities include successful sub-contract procurement and managing build projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and distribute construction drawings and information.
- Ensure compliance with current regulations, planning permissions, and buildability.
- Manage compatibility of consultant information to avoid construction conflicts.
- Maintain organized and up-to-date filing of all project documents.
- Liaise with local authorities for completion of section agreements and licenses.
- Monitor budgets for external consultants, reporting weekly to the Head of Technical and senior surveyor.
- Manage payments and orders for external consultants following approval procedures.
- Coordinate service connections and NHBC (or equivalent) approvals.
- Update the CML Tracker weekly for approvals and certificates.
- Maintain and update health & safety plans for compliance.
- Coordinate with crane suppliers and ensure relevant licenses are obtained.
- Ensure specifications for finishes are accurate and approved by relevant directors.
- Verify sales brochures for accuracy in line with planning and construction drawings.
- Execute instructions from the Head of Technical according to company standards.
General Responsibilities:
- Maintain confidentiality of company and employee information.
- Adhere to the highest standards of business conduct and comply with the company handbook.
- Ensure health and safety procedures are followed to maintain a safe work environment.
- Commit to the companys Equality and Diversity Policy.
- Observe the company's non-smoking policy.
Other Duties:
- Comply with Equality & Diversity requirements.
- Participate in training as needed.
- Perform other duties as reasonably required.
Key Skills Required:
- Minimum degree qualification.
- Experience in a similar technical role with strong knowledge of construction drawings.
- Industry experience with a high-volume house builder preferred.
- Detail-oriented, diligent, and able to meet deadlines independently and as a team player.
- Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Building Regulations.
- Ideally residing within an hour of Beaconsfield.
This role is ideal for candidates with residential design and technical experience looking to advance their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment.