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Company Information
Company: Bellway Homes
Salary: competitive
Type: Full Time
Region: UK - West Midlands
City: Coventry
Posted: 08/01/2026
Reference: 293454CON
Role Overview
The Senior Technical Manager will support the Strategic Land Delivery Director and Strategic Land Planning Teams to ensure that strategic land projects are technically robust. The role focuses on delivering high‑quality technical input, acting as a key liaison between the Strategic Land and Divisional Technical teams to ensure consistency and best practice across all projects.
Principal Accountabilities
Support Strategic Land planning teams and provide relevant reporting, including mentoring and managing junior staff
Ensure regular Design Team Meetings at an early stage of development with relevant consultants
Provide technical expertise to ensure planning applications for strategic land projects are accurate, compliant, and commercially sound
Review and advise on technical aspects of strategic land schemes, identifying risks and opportunities early in the process
Facilitate technical input from divisions into strategic land projects and planning submissions
Take new site information from Land and check it before committing to the drawing stage
Work closely with divisional commercial teams to ensure technical solutions are cost‑effective and aligned with project budgets
Undertake any other duties reasonably expected of the role
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
Experience as a Senior Technical Manager/Technical Manager within a large volume company
Experience working at a senior level within the housebuilding industry in a technical/architectural function, running numerous projects simultaneously
Track record for effectively managing a high‑performing team
HNC/HND in a building related topic
CSCS card or equivalent
Current full UK driving licence
Strong communication, listening, and presentation skills with excellent attention to detail
Methodical, conscientious, organised and delivers high standards
Ability to recognize problems and deal with them quickly and effectively
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
Problem‑solving and delegation skills
Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and quick adaptation to new systems
Committed to diversity and inclusion
Working Conditions
Office‑based role with regular travel to development sites and meetings. Flexible in day‑to‑day duties and hours worked. Core hours as required.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Competitive annual bonus
Contributory pension scheme
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Access to discounts and benefits portal
ShareSave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life assurance
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Earn and Learn Opportunities
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.
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