Job Type: Full-time | Residential Housebuilding | Technical Department
At Shanly Homes, we deliver thoughtfully designed, high-quality homes across the South East. As a privately owned, multi award-winning regional housebuilder, we are recognised for residential developments where design, detail, and craftsmanship are central. Our values underpin everything we do: Excellence by design, Stability, Constant improvement, Action, and Together.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Manager to join our Technical team, taking a leading role in the delivery of residential developments from planning through to completion. Working closely with the Technical Director, you will lead key projects and play a central role in driving technical delivery across multiple schemes.
This is a highly autonomous role suited to an experienced and driven Technical Manager who takes ownership, works independently, and maintains momentum across multiple live projects. You will be trusted to lead technical delivery, ensuring coordination, buildability, and compliance are consistently achieved.
You will be part of a collaborative, design-led housebuilder where technical quality, attention to detail, and buildability are critical to project success.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage technical consultants across multiple residential developments
Coordinate design information through planning, design freeze, and construction stages
Review drawings, specifications, and technical proposals to ensure buildability, cost efficiency, and compliance
Identify and resolve design discrepancies and technical issues early
Manage planning condition discharges and technical approvals
Oversee utilities coordination including applications, capacity assessments, diversions, and disconnections
Support and maintain technical specifications in collaboration with Sales and Commercial teams
Work closely with site teams, consultants, and stakeholders to resolve technical and construction issues
Prepare technical reports and support project review meetings
Manage Building Regulations approvals, NHBC registrations, and compliance requirements
Coordinate CDM duties including pre-construction information, F10s, and H&S documentation
Produce O&M manuals and Health & Safety Files for handover
Manage Section 38, 104, and 278 agreements and related statutory obligations
Monitor technical budgets, consultant claims, and project costs
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK Building Regulations, NHBC standards, and construction legislation
Requirements
Experience in a Senior Technical Manager or similar role within residential development
Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and NHBC standards
Strong understanding of residential construction detailing and buildability
Experience managing external consultants across multiple disciplines
Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
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