Senior Technical Manager
Position Overview
The Senior Technical Manager will lead the technical design development of a major construction project, progressing from early concept and feasibility stages through to detailed design, construction packages, and building regulation approvals.
Initially based in the Battersea office, the role will transition to a site-based position in New Malden once the project site is established. The Senior Technical Manager will act as the key technical authority for the project, ensuring coordinated, compliant, and deliverable design information is produced to meet programme, cost, and quality objectives.
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Initially Battersea (office-based) transitioning to New Malden (site-based)
Reports to: Technical Director
Key Responsibilities
Design & Technical Leadership
Lead the technical development from concept design through RIBA Stages 2–4
Oversee production, coordination, and integration of architectural, structural, MEP, and specialist design packages.
Manage design risk, technical queries, and the resolution of design issues across all project stages.
Ensure all design outputs meet relevant statutory, regulatory, and client requirements.
Building Regulations & Compliance
Manage the submission and approval process for Building Regulations and associated statutory approvals.
Liaise with Building Control bodies, fire officers, planning authorities, and other regulatory stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with CDM, health and safety requirements, and emerging building safety regulations.
Coordination & Communication
Act as the primary interface between design teams, consultants, contractors, and internal project stakeholders.
Chair design team meetings, track actions, and ensure timely delivery of coordinated design information.
Support procurement teams with technical assessments and package scoping for specialist contractors.
Construction Package Development
Oversee development and finalisation of detailed construction packages.
Assist with buildability reviews, value engineering, and technical assessments of proposed solutions.
Provide technical support to site teams during pre-construction and construction phases.
Project Delivery & Site Transition
Initially office-based in Battersea, focusing on design coordination and early-stage development.
Transition to a site-based role in New Malden to support the establishment of technical processes and on-site delivery.
Maintain oversight of design changes, technical compliance, and construction quality once on site.
Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience as a Technical Manager or Senior Technical Manager within the construction or property development sectors.
Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary design processes and construction methodologies.
Demonstrable experience working across concept, detailed design, and construction information stages.
Excellent knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning requirements, and building safety frameworks.
Strong communication, leadership, and consultant management skills.
Ability to proactively resolve technical issues and drive high-quality project outcomes.
Experience working on large-scale residential, commercial, mixed-use, or infrastructure projects (desired).
Qualifications
Degree or equivalent qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Chartered status (RIBA, MICE, CEng, MCIOB, or similar) preferred but not essential