Technical Director – Residential Developer – West Midlands
Our client is a well-established and growing residential developer delivering high-quality housing schemes across the Midlands and South East. Due to continued growth and a strong land pipeline, they are looking to appoint an experienced Technical Director to lead their technical function and support the delivery of multiple residential developments.
This is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing the technical department, ensuring efficient design management, regulatory compliance, and supporting the business from land acquisition through to project completion.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the technical team including engineers, architects, and consultants
• Oversee design from land appraisal through planning, technical approval and construction stages
• Support land acquisitions through technical due diligence and viability input
• Manage external consultants and ensure performance against programme and budget
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, planning conditions and statutory approvals
• Drive value engineering and cost-effective design solutions
• Work closely with construction, commercial and land teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Manage technical risks and resolve complex design issues
• Contribute to business strategy as part of the senior leadership team
Requirements
• Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within a residential developer or housebuilder
• Strong understanding of residential construction, engineering, and design standards
• Experience managing multiple projects and technical teams
• Strong knowledge of UK planning process and building regulations
• Commercial awareness and experience supporting land acquisition
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Relevant qualification in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or similar (preferred)
Package
• £120,000 - £140,000 base salary
• Annual bonus
• Car allowance or company car