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 adoption 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.
Main Responsibilities
* 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 the preparation of the Pre‑Tender Health and Safety Information in accordance with Gleeson procedures.
* Progress initial communications with all technical specialist suppliers and contractors—for example, piling and supporting the procurement department through the procurement process.
* Provide the Regional Managing Director 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.
Ideal Candidate
* A 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 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 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.
* 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.
* Healthshield membership.
* Life assurance scheme.
* Share purchase plan.
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