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Technical Manager

Posted a day ago

  • St Austell, Cornwall
  • Permanent
  • Car Allowance, Bonus, Pension
  • £55,000 to £60,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month
Technical Manager
Permanent | Full-time

Sphere Solutions is proud to be working in partnership with one of Cornwall’s most reputable contractors, known for delivering high-quality new build and social housing schemes across the region.

We’re seeking a Technical Manager to join their established Technical team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to manage the full design and regulatory process from planning through to completion across a range of residential developments in Devon and Cornwall.

Role Overview:

As Technical Manager, you will coordinate and oversee all technical aspects of housing projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, planning conditions, regulatory approvals, and pre-construction requirements. You’ll be responsible for producing design briefs, managing external consultants, and reviewing the overall design strategy to ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective homes.

Key Responsibilities:

* Manage and monitor the technical design process from planning through to completion.

* Ensure compliance with planning conditions, technical specifications, and regulatory approvals.

* Prepare design briefs and define scopes of work for consultants and external designers.

* Procure and coordinate building control, warranty providers, and statutory authority approvals.

* Oversee discharging of planning conditions and ensure projects align with CDM regulations.

* Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

* Regularly review design output to ensure quality, compliance, and value for money.

About You:

* Qualified in Architectural Technology, Civil/Structural Engineering or similar (HND Level 5 or equivalent).

* Extensive experience working for a residential developer or contractor.

* Strong working knowledge of CDM regulations and construction health & safety.

* Proven ability to manage the technical design stage to meet time, budget, and quality objectives.

* Experience in discharging planning conditions and securing statutory approvals.

* Confident working with consultants, stakeholders, and local authorities.

What’s On Offer:

* Competitive Salary

* Car Allowance

* Annual Bonus Scheme

* Company Pension Scheme

* A collaborative and progressive working environment

📞 Next Steps:
For a confidential conversation, contact Jo Lambert on (phone number removed)

Sphere Solutions is a specialist construction recruitment agency with regional offices across the South West and Wales. We connect top talent with leading contractors, developers, and civil engineering firms throughout the built environment