Technical Director

We are looking for a talented and ambitious Technical Director – Clerk of Works who is dedicated to providing an excellent service to join and develop our growing and successful Clerk of Works team. As a Technical Director at Gateley RJA, you will play a pivotal role in the leadership and development of our Clerk of Works services, helping drive the business forward as part of the Senior Management Team (SMT). You will be responsible for the overall quality of our Clerk of Works output, strategic direction, and key client account management, while overseeing the training, development, and resource management of the Clerk of Works team. This position also requires active participation in the Gateley RJA quality management system improvements and development.

We are seeking applications from experienced Technical Directors who can demonstrate a wide understanding of the Clerk of Works and building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods and legal requirements. As well as experience in a Senior role where you deliver.

Your Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for the quality of the Clerk of Works service delivery across the business and contribute to the strategic direction of the business.
• Act as the lead for all Clerk of Works service delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and service excellence, and oversee project appointments, invoicing, and scheme profitability.
• Manage team resources and workloads effectively to meet project requirements.
• Taking responsibility for allocated Key Client Accounts, building a relationship with the Key Client(s), ensuring complete satisfaction with Gateley RJA services, and nurturing new work opportunities and ensure the high-standard delivery of Clerk of Works services.
• Actively seeking new project opportunities for Gateley RJA and promoting the services of the practice at every opportunity including attendance and involvement at appropriate networking and marketing events.
• Lead the development and growth of Quality Management System for Gateley RJA, ensuring continuous improvement in quality management practices. As well as promoting and maintaining quality standards across all areas of work in relation to Gateley RJA KPI’s.
• Train, coach, and develop the Clerk of Works team, ensuring high levels of technical quality, including the preparation and presentation of in-house CPD events.
• Work with HR on recruitment processes, performance appraisals, and other HR-related matters.

Gateley RJA is a Chartered Quantity Surveying Practice who offer a comprehensive range of construction consultancy services, including quantity surveying, project management, employer’s agent, clerk of works, and advisory services. Their team is experienced in various construction sectors such as health, care, industrial and manufacturing, residential, conservation, and commercial. Gateley RJA is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions to meet the specific needs of their clients, ensuring that project budgets, timelines, and quality standards are consistently met. They pride themselves on building long-lasting relationships with clients, with much of their work coming from repeat business and personal recommendations. Gateley RJA hold Investors in People Gold status, and strive to maintain a welcoming and people focused working environment.

Person:

• BSc (Hons).
• Demonstrate a wide understanding of the building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, methods and legal requirements.
• Extensive experience in being a Senior Manager within either a Private Practice, Construction Company or related organisation.
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems.
• Experience in running large, complex projects.
• Strategically minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and managerial skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley’s culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies.