Job Introduction
Job Introduction:
Gleeson Homes have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join our team. As our Technical Manager, you will work closely with the Technical Director, the Technical & Commercial team and the wider business to manage and co-ordinate all aspects of the Architectural, Engineering and De-sign/Planning activities of the region from initial land appraisal through to final adoptions of a development.
This is an exciting opportunity for technical professionals to join a fast growing, national home builder - shaping the future of the Gleeson brand and leading up a highly talented team.
Main Responsibilities:
As a member of the Regional senior leadership team, it is crucial, to take a ‘whole company’ perspective to the performance of Building Homes. Changing Lives, being a Gleeson Ambassador for our vision, mission, values and our approach to performance excellence, whilst positively influencing and enhancing the profitability and operational effectiveness of the business.
A High-level summary of key responsibilities:
* Assist in the evaluation and appraisal of development opportunities and to provide information required to purchase land.
* Advise on and secure planning approvals, delivering and reporting as per Group policies and processes to meet the Region’s business plan.
* Management of external planning, architectural and engineering consultants to ensure that all design in-formation is received, co-ordinated and distributed on time and within budget.
* Coordinate the preparation of the Pretender Health and Safety Information in accordance with the Gleeson procedures.
* Progress initial communications with all technical specialist suppliers and contractors e.g piling and sup-porting procurement department through procurement process.
* Provide the RMD and Land Director with operational and tactical planning reports and assessments presenting clear and reasoned planning advice in terms of potential risks/opportunities and likely planning gain requirements.
The Ideal Candidate:
* A relevant qualification and/or broad experience in Technical/planning with an Engineering focus.
* Good strong knowledge of the full development/Technical process/Commercial awareness
* Broad knowledge of the legal frameworks associated with planning management and development procurement.
* Ability to create and manage programmes, in particular Critical Path.
* Previous experience as either a project or discipline manage within a development organisation.
* Working in a multi-disciplinary environment
* Awareness of Type approval with NHBC, LABC and SBD
* Good Organisational skills
* Flexible and adaptable to changing requirements
* Strong verbal and written communication
* Numerical and Literate
* Broad awareness of H&S/CDM regulations
* Technically competent in using AutoCAD
Benefits:
* Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays
* Choice of company car or car allowance
* Discretionary Bonus Scheme
* Holiday Buy Back Scheme
* Company Pension Scheme
* Private Medical Insurance Scheme
* Health shield membership
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Share Purchase Plan