Technical Manager
Department: Technical
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Southall, London
Description
St George, a division of Berkeley Group is committed to creating exciting, enduring places where people love to live, work and relax communities where homes are filled with natural light, adaptable in design, and crafted to the highest standards. St George developments are shaped by thoughtful placemaking, with inviting public spaces that promote well-being, encourage social connection, and foster a true sense of belonging.
The portfolio includes transformative schemes such as London Dock, Camden Goods Yard, Wandsworth Mills, The Green Quarter, Silkstream, and Grand Union. These high‑profile regeneration projects exemplify our approach to revitalising strategic brownfield sites into vibrant, mixed‑use neighbourhoods, seamlessly integrating homes with retail, leisure, and cultural amenities, all set within richly landscaped environments. From riverside communities to innovation‑led lifestyle hubs, St George is helping to shape some of London’s most ambitious urban destinations, driving economic growth, enhancing connectivity, and delivering sustainable long‑term value for residents, investors, and the capital as a whole.
The role
Working closely with the Technical Team, the Technical Manager will be empowered to take responsibility for progressing all design required by the Production team and other departments, delivering fully detailed construction packages and Building Regulation approval. By being proactive and conscious of time and budget constraints, the Technical Manager allocates resources and identifies cost‑effective solutions, so projects have minimal delays and objectives are met, from feasibility to site completion. All our People Managers take pride in developing, mentoring and supporting their team members in their professional journey and creating a positive, trusted team environment.
* Deliver any plans, specifications and technical information that the Project Team and other Departments require and provide excellent support and speedy resolution to any queries.
* Programme and manage all work so working drawings are delivered within programmed timescales and to current Building Regulations and associated legislation.
* Be a valuable contributor at project team design meetings and workshops, chairing or minuting as required.
* Manage the consultant procurement process from securing sign‑off of the Tender Enquiry List through to Consultant recommendations and completed appointments.
* Proactively manage and collaborate with external consultants and contractors.
* Have a Health and Safety‑First mindset achieving compliance with CDM Regulations for all design related processes in line with our duty holder roles as client and principal designer.
* Prioritise work and allocate resources in the most pragmatic and cost‑effective way.
* Actively progress the discharge of all planning conditions and s106 obligations in a timely manner.
* Have all building control and warranty registrations in place and make sure all associated Statutory Body approvals are secured in good time.
* Take ownership of legal agreements, licences, wayleaves, easements, substation leases and party wall awards.
* Maintain up to date knowledge of industry issues, including regulatory changes, product development and research reports.
* Develop and nurture your team so they reach their potential, taking time to coach and support them.
* Support the Sales and Marketing teams by providing them with accurate and timely delivery of the Brochure Plans, conveyance plans and all other technical information.
* Manage the delivery of information required prior to occupation of the building, including O&M manuals and information comprising the Golden Thread.
* Review works on site, and manage inspections by consultant team focusing on construction achieving approved designs.
* Happy to work on a variety of tasks and projects at the same time, maintaining a calm and approachable presence even when under some pressure.
Experience required
* Comprehensive experience in technical management for a residential developer working on high‑rise, mixed‑use complex schemes.
* Experience of working on High‑Risk Building projects.
* Minimum HNC qualification in design / construction (or equivalent).
* Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and AutoCAD/Revit software package.
* Up‑to‑date knowledge of current industry‑wide issues including proposed legislation and regulatory changes.
* Effectively leading a team.
Why join us?
* 25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days.
* Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance.
* Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform.
* Berkeley Foundation volunteer day.
* Private pension plan.
* Group life assurance.
The standard full‑time working hours in the office are 8am‑5pm with core working hours 9am‑4pm.
Internal applicants: If you’re an internal applicant, please ensure you’ve informed your line manager of your intention to apply for this position.
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