Job Description
Senior Technical Manager - Residential Housebuilding (Engineering Bias)
* Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum + car allowance + package
* Type: Full Time
* Region: UK - West Midlands
* Town/City: Wolverhampton, West Midlands
* Posted: 09/01/2026
* Listed in: Construction Management
* Reference: STM_1767976613
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Manager with a strong engineering bias to join a leading high-volume residential housebuilder. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for the technical and engineering delivery of multiple large-scale developments, supported by two direct reports (Technical Coordinators). The position is well suited to a technically robust professional with a civil engineering mindset and a proven background in residential infrastructure.
Position: Senior Technical Manager
Location: Wolverhampton
Contract Type: Permanent
Start date: Immediately available
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the engineering-led technical delivery of high-volume residential schemes
* Line manage and develop two Technical Coordinators, providing clear technical direction and oversight
* Take ownership of infrastructure and engineering packages including roads and sewers (S38/S104), drainage strategies, earthworks, levels, and utilities
* Manage and challenge external civil/structural engineers, architects, and statutory authorities
* Provide engineering input into land acquisition, planning, and viability assessments, including risk management and value engineering
* Ensure compliance with planning conditions, Building Regulations, NHBC standards, and local authority requirements
* Oversee technical approvals, adoption agreements, and statutory submissions
* Proactively identify and mitigate engineering and technical risk across developments
* Act as the senior engineering and technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
* Significant experience in a Senior Technical Manager or Technical Manager role within a high-volume housebuilding environment
* Strong house building, civil engineering or infrastructure background, with hands‑on experience in residential engineering design and delivery
* Proven ability to lead and develop Technical Coordinators or junior technical staff
* Commercially aware, detail‑focused, and delivery driven
* Confident managing multiple complex schemes concurrently
Qualifications
Degree or HND in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline (preferred)
How To Apply
If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.
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