Technical Manager – SME Residential Developer
Hertfordshire
Basic of up to £85k + Package
Our client is an ambitious and growing SME residential developer with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality homes across Hertfordshire and the surrounding counties. With an exciting pipeline of developments and a strong focus on design, quality and customer experience, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Technical Manager to strengthen their growing technical team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a business where they can have genuine influence across projects, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in shaping developments from acquisition through to delivery.
The Role
As Technical Manager, you will take ownership of the technical function across multiple residential developments, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly and to programme.
You will work closely with land, planning, commercial and construction teams to manage the design and technical process from pre-construction through to completion.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the technical delivery of residential developments from acquisition through to handover
* Coordinate and manage external consultants including architects, engineers and specialist designers
* Review and manage technical information, drawings and specifications
* Drive programme delivery and ensure design information is issued in line with build requirements
* Support planning applications and discharge of planning conditions
* Ensure developments meet all statutory approvals and regulatory requirements
* Manage building regulations, NHBC requirements and utility approvals
* Identify design risks and implement practical solutions
* Work collaboratively with construction teams to ensure buildability and programme objectives are achieved
* Attend internal and external project meetings and report on progress
About You
* Previous experience within a Technical Manager or Senior Technical Coordinator position
* Experience working for a residential developer / housebuilder
* Strong understanding of residential construction, planning and technical delivery
* Knowledge of UK Building Regulations, NHBC and current legislation
* Experience managing consultants and coordinating design teams
* Commercial awareness and a practical approach to problem solving
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Relevant construction, architectural or technical qualification preferred
What’s on Offer
* Opportunity to join a growing SME developer with strong future growth plans
* Exposure across the full development lifecycle
* Supportive and collaborative environment with visible career progression
* Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package