Technical Manager

Technical Manager
Hertfordshire | £75,000 + Package (DOE)
Our client is a growing, high-end residential developer with an excellent reputation for delivering quality-led residential developments across the Home Counties. Due to continued expansion and a strong land pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join their team based in Hertfordshire.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a Technical Manager looking to join a quality-focused business where they can have genuine influence over developments from acquisition through to completion, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
The Role
Reporting into the Technical Director, you will be responsible for managing the technical delivery of multiple residential developments, ensuring projects progress efficiently through planning, design, pre-construction and construction phases.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Managing and coordinating external consultants including architects, engineers and specialist designers.
* Leading the technical design process from land acquisition through to project completion.
* Reviewing technical designs, drawings and specifications.
* Managing planning conditions, statutory approvals and utility requirements.
* Driving value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality standards.
* Supporting land acquisition activities through technical appraisals and due diligence.
* Working closely with commercial, construction and sales teams to ensure successful project delivery.
* Monitoring programme, design risk and consultant performance across multiple developments.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
* Experience working for a residential developer or housebuilder.
* Proven experience in a Technical Manager or Senior Technical Coordinator role.
* Strong understanding of residential construction, design and development processes.
* Experience managing consultants and multidisciplinary design teams.
* Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
* Relevant construction, architectural or engineering qualifications.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and package.
* High-quality residential developments.
* Strong pipeline of secured and future projects.
* Opportunity to influence developments from acquisition through to completion.
* Supportive SME environment with excellent long-term career prospects