* Job Title: Technical Manager - South
* Location: Remote working with regular travel throughout the South of England
* Salary Up to £60,000 per annum, plus a car allowance of £6,200 per annum
* Contract: Full-time, permanent
Anchor, the largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older people in England, is committed to revolutionizing housing and care to ensure everyone enjoys their later years in a home they love. Our Development Strategy aims to deliver 5700 new homes over the next decade, with several projects already underway and numerous new business and regeneration opportunities in the pipeline.
We are seeking a Technical Manager to join our team, reporting to the Senior Technical Manager, to oversee operations in the South of England.
Responsibilities will include:
* Providing technical and commercial expertise to the Development team, acting as the technical lead on various projects.
* Managing pre-contract design on projects, ensuring alignment with Anchor's requirements and assessing commercial and financial feasibility throughout.
* Conducting commercial reviews during project appraisal and development, including cost plan analysis, value engineering, and risk assessment.
* Collaborate on reviews of Anchor's Employers Requirements and Specifications, ensuring they meet both quality standards and stakeholder needs.
* Evaluating developments in design, new products, and construction techniques, consulting with internal and external stakeholders.
* Staying informed about regulatory updates and their implications for Anchor's developments.
* Monitoring Consultant performance to ensure alignment with Anchor's requirements.
About You
It would be great if you have;
* Proven track record in evaluating and delivering designs for residential projects, with strong knowledge of technical requirements, Planning, Building Regulations, and construction industry regulations.
* Understanding of the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
* Experience in residential or retirement housing design and delivery.
* Familiarity with building design QA procedures, including CDM Regulations.
* Proficiency in commercial processes, including cost plan evaluation and contractual conditions.
* Expertise in Risk Management, balancing design, commercial viability, and delivery requirements.
* Awareness of the housing and care needs of older people is desirable.
If you're passionate about shaping the future of housing and care for older people and possess the required skills and experience, we'd love to hear from you.