Technical Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Technical Manager with a strong engineering background to join a thriving, privately owned housing developer based in Rugby. If you're passionate about project management, have a hands-on approach to design, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is for you!

Why Join This Company?

This privately owned developer offers an opportunity to be part of a business that prioritizes quality over shareholder-driven targets. They operate with a family-like ethos, driven by a commitment to delivering exceptional homes. Unlike larger PLCs, they value honesty, integrity, and teamwork, creating a more personal and fulfilling work environment.

The Technical Manager role

As a Technical Manager, you'll play a crucial role in the full life cycle of new build developments, from initial land appraisal to the final stages of adoption. Reporting directly to the Technical Director, your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing design and engineering processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Managing projects from procurement to completion, coordinating with consultants, contractors, and engineers to meet deadlines.
• Liaising with service companies, utility engineers, and key stakeholders.
• Ensuring adherence to building regulations and technical agreements (S278, S38, S104).
• Collaborating with internal teams to drive project success.
• Traveling to sites across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, Cambridgeshire, and surrounding areas as needed.

This is a hands-on role for someone with a keen eye for design detail and a technical mindset. You'll need to be able to check and approve engineering designs while maintaining a team-oriented work ethic.

The Technical Manager

• Engineering qualification: Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or similar
• 4+ years of experience working with technical departments in the housing development sector (experience with a consultancy may be considered)
• A proven track record of managing the technical elements of housebuilding
• Strong design knowledge - this is a must!
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team and contribute to a positive work culture
• A proactive, motivated individual with a strong sense of responsibility
• A valid driving license to travel to various sites when necessary

In Return?

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm, office-based with site visits as needed
• Supportive team environment with growth opportunities
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with Christmas closure
• Private medical healthcare
• Career progression within a company that values its staff
• Annual company events
• Choice of company car (electric/hybrid) or car allowance.

If you're a dedicated Technical Manager looking to make an impact and be part of a business that values people over numbers, this is the perfect role for you!

Contact Gemma Hughes at Brandon James on 01628-367-053 and take the next step in your career with a company where quality, teamwork, and customer satisfaction are at the heart of everything they do.

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Technical Manager / Property Developer / Residential / Engineering / New -Build / Brandon James