Technical Manager

Day rate - 350 - 375 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.

• 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.

• 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).