Job Introduction
Gleeson Homes has 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 coordinate all aspects of the Architectural, Engineering and Design/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 a highly talented team.
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 profitability and operational effectiveness of the business.
* Assist in the evaluation and appraisal of development opportunities and 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.
* Manage external planning, architectural and engineering consultants to ensure that all design information is received, coordinated and distributed on time and within budget.
* Coordinate preparation of the Pre tender Health and Safety Information in accordance with Gleeson procedures.
* Progress initial communications with all technical specialist suppliers and contractors (e.g., piling and support) and support 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.
Qualifications
* Relevant qualification and/or broad experience in Technical/Planning with an Engineering focus.
* Strong knowledge of the full development/technical process and commercial awareness.
* Broad knowledge of legal frameworks associated with planning management and development procurement.
* Ability to create and manage programmes, including critical path.
* Previous experience as either a project or discipline manager within a development organisation.
* Experience 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 skills.
* Numerical and literate.
* Broad awareness of H&S/CDM regulations.
* Technically competent in using AutoCAD.
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum plus bank holidays.
* Choice of company car or car allowance.
* Discretionary bonus scheme.
* Holiday buy back scheme.
* Company pension scheme.
* Private medical insurance scheme.
* Healthshield membership.
* Life assurance scheme.
* Share purchase plan.
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