At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and we are working towards becoming a more inclusive employer that values and respects individual differences in the workplace.
* Company: Bellway Homes
* Salary: competitive
* Type: Full Time
* Region: UK - South East
* Town/City: Redhill
* Posted: 28/04/2026
* Job Title: Technical Manager
* Reference: 310570CON
Role Overview
The role of Technical Manager will support the Head of Technical / Technical Director, as well as the wider business including our Construction, Commercial and Sales teams, in the execution of construction projects through ongoing support and timely delivery of accurate architectural and technical information. The Technical Manager will also be responsible for managing the wider technical team, ensuring day‑to‑day activities and tasks are delivered accurately and on time.
Principal Accountabilities
* Support the Head of Technical / Technical Director in managerial issues and provide relevant reporting where required, including supporting, mentoring and managing staff.
* Ensure regular Design Team Meetings at early stage of development, occurring within the relevant consultants.
* Oversee the production of working drawings and detail information, ensuring that it is complete, coherent, accurate, and available on time to the required party.
* Provide technical support during land buying, planning, sales, construction, and post‑construction.
* Take new site information from Land and check it prior to committing to drawing stage.
* Assess planning information for obvious Building Regulation requirements.
* Agree programmes, packages, detail packages and superstructures before final issue.
* Ensure consultants are briefed on required distribution of drawing information and key dates to meet procurement requirements, and that architectural and engineering drawings tie up and that subsequent changes necessary to design after permission has been granted are communicated to the Planning Department as minor amendments.
* Ensure NHBC approval is obtained, and any conditions are cleared promptly to avoid delays to completions and apply/pay for all NHBC warranties and Building Control fees.
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
* Experience of working as a Technical Manager / Senior position within a technical function for a volume housebuilder.
* A track record for effectively managing a high performing team.
* HNC/HND in a building related topic.
* CSCS card or equivalent.
* Current full UK driving licence.
Skills and Aptitude
* Strong communication, listening, presentation skills and excellent attention to detail.
* Methodical, conscientious, organised, and works to deliver high standards.
* Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner.
* Ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally.
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
* Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
* Demonstrates the ability to problem solve and delegate effectively.
* Proficient IT skills along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems.
* Committed to diversity and inclusion.
Working Conditions
* Office based role with regular travel to development sites and for meetings.
* Willing to be flexible in respect to day‑to‑day duties and hours worked.
* Core hours.
Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* Competitive annual bonus.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
* Access to discounts and benefits portal.
* ShareSave Scheme.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Life assurance.
* Holiday Purchase Scheme.
* Earn and Learn Opportunities.
Application Note
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.
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