Job Description
Day rate - (Apply online only) a day
Job Title: Technical Manager (Site-Based)
Project: 300-Unit Residential Scheme
Location: Site-Based (East London)
Reporting to: Senior Technical Manager
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Technical Manager to join our team on a large-scale 300-unit residential development. This is a site-based role, working closely with a Senior Technical Manager, with a primary focus on delivering and managing Stage 4 (Technical Design) information to ensure the successful progression of the scheme from detailed design through to construction. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively across design, commercial, and construction teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate Stage 4 technical design production and management.
- Manage and review consultant design information to ensure compliance with planning approval, building regulations, warranty provider standards, and employer's requirements.
- Work closely with the Senior Technical Manager to drive programme, quality, and cost certainty.
- Chair and contribute to technical and design team meetings.
- Ensure all drawings, specifications, and schedules are fully coordinated and issued in line with the construction programme.
- Liaise with site teams to resolve technical queries (RFIs) promptly and effectively.
- Coordinate utility providers, statutory authorities, and warranty bodies.
- Monitor and manage design changes, ensuring proper documentation and communication.
- Support procurement by reviewing technical aspects of subcontractor packages.
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience in a Technical Manager or Senior Technical Coordinator role within residential development.
- Strong knowledge of Stage 4 technical design processes.
- Experience working on large-scale residential schemes (200+ units preferred).
- Sound understanding of Building Regulations, NHBC (or equivalent warranty provider) requirements, and statutory approvals.
- Ability to manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary consultant teams.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and general document management systems (BIM knowledge advantageous).
