Northampton, Northamptonshire Tradeline Recruitment

Technical Manager - 6+ month Contract - Based Northampton (Hybrid role)

Our client is a highly respected housing developer who specialise in niche, high quality new build family housing.

An opportunity has arisen for a Technical Manager to join the business on an initial 6 month contract, working from the office and remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

Design & Technical Coordination:

• Manage and coordinate the design process, working closely with architects, engineers, planning consultants, and other design professionals.
• Ensure all technical aspects of a project are aligned with client specifications, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead technical review meetings and ensure effective communication between design and site teams.
• Manage the preparation, review, and approval of technical drawings and documents.

Compliance & Regulation:

• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, Planning Permissions, CDM Regulations, NHBC/LABC standards, and other statutory and warranty provider requirements.
• Manage discharge of planning conditions and coordinate Building Control approvals.

Project Management & Delivery Support:

• Contribute to the preparation of pre-construction programmes, tender documentation, and technical submissions.
• Work alongside the construction and commercial teams to ensure technical information supports effective procurement and site delivery.
• Provide input into value engineering exercises without compromising on quality or performance.
• Attend site progress meetings and support the resolution of technical/site-related queries.

Consultant & Team Management:

• Appoint and manage external design consultants, ensuring delivery against project milestones.
• Monitor and manage consultant performance, issuing instructions and managing design change control.
• Act as the technical point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and authorities.

Documentation & Control:

• Oversee technical document control systems to ensure the latest drawings and specifications are issued and followed.
• Review and approve technical documents including specifications, drawings, and product information.
• Maintain a robust audit trail of decisions and approvals in line with QA procedures.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong understanding of UK construction methods, materials, and building regulations.
• Proven experience as a Technical Manager or Design Manager in the construction industry.
• Experience managing residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects from pre-construction to handover.
• Proficiency in technical drawing interpretation and familiarity with AutoCAD and BIM workflows.
• Excellent knowledge of planning processes, Building Control procedures, and compliance standards.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage multiple stakeholders.