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Technical Manager The Role 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.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.Key Responsibilities
- Lead by example in promoting a strong health and safety culture across all projects
- Manage pre-development programmes to meet site start dates and business objectives
- Drive value engineering to enhance efficiency and maximise project profitability
- Proactively identify and manage risks, maintaining accurate risk registers and ensuring CDM compliance
- Appoint, manage, and support consultants and external partners to deliver practical, cost-effective design solutions
- Coordinate with utility providers to secure timely designs, approvals, and on-site delivery
- Oversee the production and flow of technical information, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and timely delivery
- Ensure design drawings and specifications are effectively communicated across the business
- Develop and manage project programmes, milestones, and progress tracking for senior leadership reporting
- Support pre-tender activities and ensure a smooth, well-prepared handover to the Commercial team
- Coordinate pre-construction Health & Safety plans and temporary works designs in line with Principal Designer duties
Skills & Experience
- Strong technical expertise across planning, architecture, civil engineering, and construction
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality, efficient design solutions
- Experience in sustainable housing and modern development standards
- Solid understanding of utilities, local authority requirements, and construction legislation
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex projects, including private and affordable housing
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally
A competitive salary and package is on offer, along with flexible working. xwzovoh If you would like to join a stable and thriving business with ambitious growth plans over the coming years, please get in touch today!Job Title: Technical ManagerLocation: ExeterType: PermanentSector: Housebuilding