Technical Manager

The role & about the client:

On behalf of our client, ITS Building People (Southampton) have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join a Bespoke Developer in Berkshire.

Key Responsibilities –

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a pro-active approach to design development, working within a team environment from the project’s inception through to its completion.

You will need to demonstrate an excellent base level of technical knowledge, including a good working knowledge of the Highways & Drainage, Building Regulations and Planning.

• Recommend appointment of consultants
• Control the design process, from planning application through to project completion
• Ensure consultants prepare detailed design in accordance with our clients Specifications and Standards, Employers Requirement and Contractors Proposals.
• Manage and review the design development process ensuring value engineering and buildability are considered.
• To ensure timely registration with warranty providers i.e. NHBC, Robust Details and Building Regulation Application.
• Manage CDM including the preparation, approval and distribution of the Health and Safety File/Operating and Maintenance Manuals.
• To ensure timely completion and issue of technical assessments, Energy & Sustainability information, warranties, certificates and the like.
• Review design development to allow construction of works to follow safety working practices and be in accordance with current legislation, Group Policy and Procedures.
• Obtain pre-application advice and approvals in principle to both on and off site highway works and to compliance to planning layouts.
• An understanding of the Highways Act, Traffic Orders and the various Sectional Agreements, Water Industry Act and the Flood Water Management Act is paramount in undertaking this role. A thorough understanding of S38, 104 & 278 processes is essential.
• Provide Production teams with complete working drawing packages and Technical support to Site Management and Sub-Contractors with details, site queries with regard to all Technical issues.
• Regular site visits and reports to ensure construction is in accordance with specifications and details.
• Provide fully checked and co-ordinated design packages for Budget, Tender and Construction purposes
• To implement and comply with our clients SHE policy and procedures, all legal requirements, and best practice within the business unit and areas.
• To support the achievement of the annual financial budget (operating profit) for the business unit.
• To implement and ensure compliance with, and support the development of, our client’s policies, procedures and standards.

Essential Qualifications/ experience required/ specific requirements for the role:

• Previous experience working within the Technical Department for a Residential Developer

Where a range of rate of pay is quoted the level of experience, qualifications & related training required is the minimum required in order to qualify for the lowest rate of pay quoted.

How to apply:

Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence or contact me on 02380 2380600/07435735610

The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.