Technical Manager

<strong>Technical Manager </strong><br><br> <strong>The Role</strong><br> As Technical Manager, you will take the lead in managing and coordinating all aspects of the pre-development process. This includes overseeing architectural and engineering activities, driving efficient technical solutions, and supporting projects from land acquisition through to pre-construction.<br><br> <br>You’ll play a key role in ensuring developments are fully prepared for a seamless transition to the build phase, while also providing ongoing technical support on-site. Working collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, you’ll help deliver high-quality, commercially successful projects.<br><br> <br><hr><br> <strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><br><ul><li>Lead by example in promoting a strong health and safety culture across all projects</li><ul><li>Manage pre-development programmes to meet site start dates and business objectives</li><li>Drive value engineering to enhance efficiency and maximise project profitability</li><li>Proactively identify and manage risks, maintaining accurate risk registers and ensuring CDM compliance</li><li>Appoint, manage, and support consultants and external partners to deliver practical, cost-effective design solutions</li><li>Coordinate with utility providers to secure timely designs, approvals, and on-site delivery</li><li>Oversee the production and flow of technical information, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and timely delivery</li><li>Ensure design drawings and specifications are effectively communicated across the business</li><li>Develop and manage project programmes, milestones, and progress tracking for senior leadership reporting</li><li>Support pre-tender activities and ensure a smooth, well-prepared handover to the Commercial team</li><li>Coordinate pre-construction Health & Safety plans and temporary works designs in line with Principal Designer duties</li></ul></ul><hr><br> <strong>Skills & Experience</strong><br><ul><li>Strong technical expertise across planning, architecture, civil engineering, and construction</li><ul><li>Proven ability to deliver high-quality, efficient design solutions</li><li>Experience in sustainable housing and modern development standards</li><li>Solid understanding of utilities, local authority requirements, and construction legislation</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects, including private and affordable housing</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally</li></ul></ul><hr><br><br> <br>A competitive salary and package is on offer, along with flexible working. If you would like to join a stable and thriving business with ambitious growth plans over the coming years, please get in touch today!<br><br> <br>Job Title: Technical Manager<br>Location: Exeter<br>Type: Permanent<br>Sector: Housebuilding