Job Title: Technical Manager
Location: Holmfield Lane, Wakefield. WF2 7AD.
Reporting To: Director / Managing Director
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us
We are a leading architectural firm specialising in residential-led developments, masterplanning, and delivery for national and regional house builders. Our focus is on delivering design excellence, technical rigour, and buildable solutions at scale. With a strong pipeline of large developments and partnerships with major developers, we are expanding our technical leadership team.
Role Overview
As Technical Manager, you will lead the technical delivery of residential and mixed-use schemes from planning through to construction. You'll manage internal and external technical teams, ensuring drawings and documentation meet client expectations, building regulations, and construction requirements.
This is a critical role bridging design intent and construction reality.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the technical delivery of multiple large-scale residential projects.
* Manage and coordinate design and technical teams (internal and consultants).
* Oversee the production of technical packages: working drawings, specifications, and schedules.
* Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, NHBC/LABC standards, and relevant legislation.
* Liaise with clients, housebuilders, engineers, and other stakeholders.
* Identify and solve technical issues during the project lifecycle.
* Review and approve consultant drawings and technical submissions.
* Lead design coordination meetings and support construction processes.
* Maintain awareness of industry best practices, materials, methods, and innovations.
* Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement within the technical team.
* Understanding of CDM requirements and responsibilities.
Required Skills & Experience
* Minimum 5+ years' experience in a technical management or senior architectural technologist role.
* Strong knowledge of residential construction detailing and technical standards.
* Demonstrated experience delivering housing schemes (100+ units).
* Familiarity with working with major house builders or developers.
* Excellent coordination, drawing review, and project management skills.
* Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit (desirable), and Adobe Suite.
* Confident communicator with ability to manage stakeholders and consultants.
* Solid understanding of Building Regulations, Timber Frame and Traditional Construction and sustainability standards (e.g., Part L, Future Homes Standard).
Qualifications
* Degree in Architectural Technology, Architecture, Construction Management, or similar.
* MCIAT or working towards chartership desirable but not essential.
* CSCS card, SMSTS, or similar desirable but not essential.
What We Offer
* A collaborative, ambitious team with strong industry relationships.
* Involvement in high-profile projects from early stages to delivery.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Career progression opportunities and CPD support.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person