Skilled Careers
New Malden, Surrey
Senior Technical Manager Position Overview The Senior Technical Manager will lead the technical design development of a major construction project, progressing from early concept and feasibility stages through to detailed design , construction packages , and building regulation approvals . Initially based in the Battersea office, the role will transition to a site-based position in New Malden once the project site is established. The Senior Technical Manager will act as the key technical authority for the project, ensuring coordinated, compliant, and deliverable design information is produced to meet programme, cost, and quality objectives. Employment Type: Full-time Location: Initially Battersea (office-based) transitioning to New Malden (site-based) Reports to : Technical Director Key Responsibilities Design & Technical Leadership Lead the technical development from concept design through RIBA Stages 2 4 Oversee production, coordination, and integration of architectural, structural, MEP, and specialist design packages. Manage design risk, technical queries, and the resolution of design issues across all project stages. Ensure all design outputs meet relevant statutory, regulatory, and client requirements. Building Regulations & Compliance Manage the submission and approval process for Building Regulations and associated statutory approvals. Liaise with Building Control bodies, fire officers, planning authorities, and other regulatory stakeholders. Ensure compliance with CDM, health and safety requirements, and emerging building safety regulations. Coordination & Communication Act as the primary interface between design teams, consultants, contractors, and internal project stakeholders. Chair design team meetings, track actions, and ensure timely delivery of coordinated design information. Support procurement teams with technical assessments and package scoping for specialist contractors. Construction Package Development Oversee development and finalisation of detailed construction packages. Assist with buildability reviews, value engineering, and technical assessments of proposed solutions. Provide technical support to site teams during pre-construction and construction phases. Project Delivery & Site Transition Initially office-based in Battersea , focusing on design coordination and early-stage development. Transition to a site-based role in New Malden to support the establishment of technical processes and on-site delivery. Maintain oversight of design changes, technical compliance, and construction quality once on site. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Technical Manager or Senior Technical Manager within the construction or property development sectors. Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary design processes and construction methodologies. Demonstrable experience working across concept, detailed design, and construction information stages. Excellent knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning requirements, and building safety frameworks. Strong communication, leadership, and consultant management skills. Ability to proactively resolve technical issues and drive high-quality project outcomes. Experience working on large-scale residential, commercial, mixed-use, or infrastructure projects (desired). Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Chartered status (RIBA, MICE, CEng, MCIOB, or similar) preferred but not essential.
Senior Technical Manager Position Overview The Senior Technical Manager will lead the technical design development of a major construction project, progressing from early concept and feasibility stages through to detailed design , construction packages , and building regulation approvals . Initially based in the Battersea office, the role will transition to a site-based position in New Malden once the project site is established. The Senior Technical Manager will act as the key technical authority for the project, ensuring coordinated, compliant, and deliverable design information is produced to meet programme, cost, and quality objectives. Employment Type: Full-time Location: Initially Battersea (office-based) transitioning to New Malden (site-based) Reports to : Technical Director Key Responsibilities Design & Technical Leadership Lead the technical development from concept design through RIBA Stages 2 4 Oversee production, coordination, and integration of architectural, structural, MEP, and specialist design packages. Manage design risk, technical queries, and the resolution of design issues across all project stages. Ensure all design outputs meet relevant statutory, regulatory, and client requirements. Building Regulations & Compliance Manage the submission and approval process for Building Regulations and associated statutory approvals. Liaise with Building Control bodies, fire officers, planning authorities, and other regulatory stakeholders. Ensure compliance with CDM, health and safety requirements, and emerging building safety regulations. Coordination & Communication Act as the primary interface between design teams, consultants, contractors, and internal project stakeholders. Chair design team meetings, track actions, and ensure timely delivery of coordinated design information. Support procurement teams with technical assessments and package scoping for specialist contractors. Construction Package Development Oversee development and finalisation of detailed construction packages. Assist with buildability reviews, value engineering, and technical assessments of proposed solutions. Provide technical support to site teams during pre-construction and construction phases. Project Delivery & Site Transition Initially office-based in Battersea , focusing on design coordination and early-stage development. Transition to a site-based role in New Malden to support the establishment of technical processes and on-site delivery. Maintain oversight of design changes, technical compliance, and construction quality once on site. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as a Technical Manager or Senior Technical Manager within the construction or property development sectors. Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary design processes and construction methodologies. Demonstrable experience working across concept, detailed design, and construction information stages. Excellent knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning requirements, and building safety frameworks. Strong communication, leadership, and consultant management skills. Ability to proactively resolve technical issues and drive high-quality project outcomes. Experience working on large-scale residential, commercial, mixed-use, or infrastructure projects (desired). Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Chartered status (RIBA, MICE, CEng, MCIOB, or similar) preferred but not essential.
Construction Jobs
Andover
Job Title:
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – ASSET
PLANNING
Key Purpose of
Manage a team of Project Managers and Project Officers to ensure projects
the Role:
are fully defined, specified and tendered / competitively priced with all
necessary surveys. Provide project handover files to the Project Delivery
Team.
Key
Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
Responsibilities:
· Ensure compliance with Management System QHSE policies and procedures
Service Delivery:
· Manage the team of Project Managers, Project Officers and Building Services Engineers.
· Oversee the production of scopes, specifications, tenders and RFQs
· Liaise with outside agencies/external stake holders as required to assist in the co-ordination of access and /or programming of works
· Ensure Projects are specified, tendered in a timely and cost effective manner
· Prepare the Pre-Construction Information pack in accordance with CDM Regulations
· Provide project handover files to the Project Delivery Team
· Compliance with management system including all procedures and processes with regards to Lifecycle, Change
· Management, Project Management and Procurement
· Ensure Projects are planned so they can be executed with minimum disruption to Services and the Customer
· Evaluate tender returns for compliance and Value for Money
· Manage Building Regulations / Control and Planning Applications
· Oversee the submission of WARFs.
Qualifications
Essential:
· NQF Level 4/5 in a relevant discipline
· Recognised Project Management qualification
· Industry recognised qualification in engineering, building services or facilities management.
Experience &
Essential:
Knowledge:
·
Line management of staff
·
Building Regs
·
Managing tenders
·
CDM.
Skills:
· Demonstrates a top-level commitment to Health and Safety, believing that Zero Harm is achievable
· Is a role model for the Company Values
· Through leadership, creates an environment where teams and individuals can do their best work
· Able to communicate clearly to inform and influence others; uses appropriate, effective methods to deliver messages
· Works effectively with others, maintaining constructive relationships within the team, across the business and externally
· Delivers a high-quality service that meets or exceeds our customer’s expectations
· Maintains an appropriate level of quality, delivered in a systematic and consistent way to enhance both customer and stakeholder satisfaction
· Embraces and drives continuous improvement; challenging the status quo for the benefit of the business, supporting learning and development
· Delivers services in the most cost effective and timely manner within agreed budget and process; able to identify potential business risks and opportunities
Job Title:
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – ASSET
PLANNING
Key Purpose of
Manage a team of Project Managers and Project Officers to ensure projects
the Role:
are fully defined, specified and tendered / competitively priced with all
necessary surveys. Provide project handover files to the Project Delivery
Team.
Key
Quality, Health, Safety and Environment
Responsibilities:
· Ensure compliance with Management System QHSE policies and procedures
Service Delivery:
· Manage the team of Project Managers, Project Officers and Building Services Engineers.
· Oversee the production of scopes, specifications, tenders and RFQs
· Liaise with outside agencies/external stake holders as required to assist in the co-ordination of access and /or programming of works
· Ensure Projects are specified, tendered in a timely and cost effective manner
· Prepare the Pre-Construction Information pack in accordance with CDM Regulations
· Provide project handover files to the Project Delivery Team
· Compliance with management system including all procedures and processes with regards to Lifecycle, Change
· Management, Project Management and Procurement
· Ensure Projects are planned so they can be executed with minimum disruption to Services and the Customer
· Evaluate tender returns for compliance and Value for Money
· Manage Building Regulations / Control and Planning Applications
· Oversee the submission of WARFs.
Qualifications
Essential:
· NQF Level 4/5 in a relevant discipline
· Recognised Project Management qualification
· Industry recognised qualification in engineering, building services or facilities management.
Experience &
Essential:
Knowledge:
·
Line management of staff
·
Building Regs
·
Managing tenders
·
CDM.
Skills:
· Demonstrates a top-level commitment to Health and Safety, believing that Zero Harm is achievable
· Is a role model for the Company Values
· Through leadership, creates an environment where teams and individuals can do their best work
· Able to communicate clearly to inform and influence others; uses appropriate, effective methods to deliver messages
· Works effectively with others, maintaining constructive relationships within the team, across the business and externally
· Delivers a high-quality service that meets or exceeds our customer’s expectations
· Maintains an appropriate level of quality, delivered in a systematic and consistent way to enhance both customer and stakeholder satisfaction
· Embraces and drives continuous improvement; challenging the status quo for the benefit of the business, supporting learning and development
· Delivers services in the most cost effective and timely manner within agreed budget and process; able to identify potential business risks and opportunities
