Technical Manager | Residential Development | South West London | Feb 2026
An opportunity for a Technical Manager to join a well-established residential developer delivering a major housing scheme in South West London.
Based on a live project, you’ll take full ownership of technical design coordination across a large-scale residential development, overseeing consultants, managing design risk, and ensuring technical delivery from pre-construction through to site delivery and handover.
This role would suit an experienced Technical Manager or Senior Technical Manager with a strong residential background, confident running design teams and navigating complex planning, architectural, and engineering challenges.
The Role
Lead and manage the technical delivery of a large residential scheme from pre-construction through construction
Coordinate architects, structural and MEP engineers, and specialist consultants
Manage planning conditions, building regulations compliance, and technical approvals
Oversee design development, technical queries, and design risk management
Review and manage consultant information to ensure buildability and cost certainty
Support construction teams with technical input during delivery
Maintain design programmes, technical documentation, and approvals schedules
Ensure quality, compliance, and design intent are maintained throughout the project lifecycle
What they’re looking for
7+ years’ experience in a Technical Manager / Senior Technical Manager role
Strong background in residential-led developments (mixed-use exposure beneficial)
Proven experience managing consultant teams on medium to large-scale housing schemes
Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations, NHBC, and planning processes
Confident dealing with internal stakeholders, consultants, and site teams
Organised, proactive, and commercially aware with a hands-on approach to problem solving
The Company
They are a well-capitalised residential developer with a strong pipeline of projects across London and the South East.
Their work spans high-quality, multi-unit residential schemes typically ranging from £20m to £100m+, with a strong emphasis on build quality, design integrity, and long-term placemaking.
The business offers a stable, professional environment with clear project ownership and long-term career progression.
Also known as:
Senior Technical Manager, Design & Technical Manager, Project Technical Manager
Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin | (phone number removed) | michael @ borneltd. com
If you’re a Technical Manager looking to take ownership of a major residential scheme within a well-structured development business, get in touch for a confidential chat