Technical Manager | Tier 1 Developer | South London | Up to £80k+P

WRG are working with an industry leading developer who are currently seeking a Technical Manager to join the team. They specialise in JV/RC Frame residential schemes across London.

The role of Technical Manager will support the Technical Director, and the wider business including our Construction, Commercial and Sales teams in the execution of construction projects through ongoing support and timely delivery of accurate architectural and technical information. As well as, being responsible for the management of the wider technical team, ensuring day to day activities and tasks are delivered accurately and on time.

Principal accountabilities of the role include:

·        Support the Technical Director in managerial issues and provide relevant reporting where require including supporting, mentoring and managing

·        Ensure regular Design Team Meetings, at early stage of development, occur within the relevant consultants

·        Overseeing the production of working drawing and detail information and to ensure that it is complete, coherent, accurate and available on time to whoever needs it. The design solutions are to be as practical and economic as possible

·        Provide technical support during land buying, planning, sales, construction, and post construction.

·        Take new site information from Land and check it prior to committing to drawing stage.

·        Assess planning information for obvious Building Regulation requirements

·        Agree programmes, packages, detail packages and superstructures before final issue

·        Ensure consultants are briefed on required distribution of drawing information and key dates to meet procurement requirements and that architectural and engineering drawings tie up and that subsequent changes necessary to design after permission has been granted are communicated through to the Planning Department as minor amendments

·        Ensure NHBC approval is obtained, and any conditions are cleared promptly to avoid delays to completions and apply/pay for all NHBC warrantees and Building Control fees

Experience

·        Experience of working as a Technical Manager / Senior position within a technical function for a volume housebuilder

·        A track record for effectively managing a high performing team

Qualifications and Training

·        HNC/HND in a building related topic

·        CSCS card or equivalent

·        Current full UK driving licence

Skills

·        Strong communication, listening, presentation skills and excellent attention to detail

·        Methodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standards

·        Ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner

·        Ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally

·        Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

·        Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment

·        Demonstrates the ability to problem solve and delegate effectively

·        Proficient IT skills along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems Committed to diversity and inclusion

Set up

·        Office based role with regular travel to development sites and for meetings

·        Willing to be flexible in respect to day-to-day duties and hours worked

In return we can offer you:

·        Up to £80,000

·        Competitive annual bonus

·        Contributory pension scheme

·        25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

·        Access to discounts and benefits portal

·        ShareSave Scheme

·        Cycle to Work Scheme

·        Life assurance