Technical & Engineering Manager – Residential Development
Location: Cornwall | Type: Full Time | Permanent
Are you an experienced technical leader with a proven track record in residential development? We’re seeking a Technical & Engineering Manager to join a growing Pre-Construction team. This pivotal role manages the technical delivery of residential schemes from planning through to build completion.
What You’ll Do
1. Lead and manage technical and engineering aspects across multiple residential schemes.
2. Oversee design coordination, statutory approvals, and ensure compliance with CDM and Health & Safety regulations.
3. Manage consultant appointments, fee budgets, and design programmes.
4. Drive value engineering, innovation, and continuous improvement.
5. Ensure timely delivery of technical information to support tendering and construction.
What We’re Looking For
6. Strong experience in pre-construction/design management within residential or volume housebuilding.
7. Excellent knowledge of CDM Regulations, building regulations, and warranty standards.
8. Proven ability to manage planning conditions, utilities, and sectional agreements.
9. Strategic project management skills with excellent communication and leadership ability.
10. HND / Level 5 qualification in design, construction, or civil engineering required. Degree / Level 6 and professional membership desirable.
Why This Role?
11. Competitive benefits including annual leave, car allowance, professional fees, pension, and wellbeing initiatives.
12. Opportunity to lead key residential projects and make a tangible impact on high-quality housing delivery.
13. Collaborative, innovative, and supportive work environment.
If you’re a technically-minded, strategic leader in residential development looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
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