At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate architectural, engineering, and planning activities for exciting housing developments.
- Company: Join Gleeson Homes, a fast-growing national home builder with a strong vision.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days holiday, car allowance, bonuses, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Be part of a company that values performance excellence and career growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of housing while leading a talented team in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications or experience in technical/planning with an engineering focus.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Gleeson Homes have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join our team in the North West patch. As our Technical Manager, you will work closely with the Technical Director, the Technical & Commercial team and the wider business to manage and co-ordinate all aspects of the Architectural, Engineering and Design/Planning activities of the region from initial land appraisal through to final adoptions of a development. This is an exciting opportunity for Technical professionals to join a fast growing, national home builder - shaping the future of the Gleeson brand, and leading up a highly talented team.
Main Responsibilities:
- As a member of the Regional senior leadership team, take a 'whole company' perspective to the performance of Building Homes. Changing Lives, being a Gleeson Ambassador for our vision, mission, values and our approach to performance excellence, whilst positively influencing and enhancing the profitability and operational effectiveness of the business.
- Assist in the evaluation and appraisal of development opportunities and provide information required to purchase land.
- Advise on and secure planning approvals, delivering and reporting as per Group policies and processes to meet the Region's business plan.
- Management of external planning, architectural and engineering consultants to ensure that all design information is received, co-ordinated and distributed on time and within budget.
- Coordinate the preparation of the Pre tender Health and Safety Information in accordance with the Gleeson procedures.
- Progress initial communications with all technical specialist suppliers and contractors e.g. piling and supporting procurement department through procurement process.
- Provide the RMD and Land Director with operational and tactical planning reports and assessments presenting clear and reasoned planning advice in terms of potential risks/opportunities and likely planning gain requirements.
The Ideal Candidate:
- A relevant qualification and/or broad experience in Technical/planning with an Engineering focus.
- Good strong knowledge of the full development/Technical process/Commercial awareness.
- Broad knowledge of the legal frameworks associated with planning management and development procurement.
- Ability to create and manage programmes, in particular Critical Path.
- Previous experience as either a project or discipline manager within a development organisation.
- Working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Awareness of Type approval with NHBC, LABC and SBD.
- Good Organisational skills.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing requirements.
- Strong verbal and written communication.
- Numerical and Literate.
- Broad awareness of H&S/CDM regulations.
- Technically competent in using AutoCAD.
Benefits:
- Generous holiday entitlement of 26 days per annum + bank holidays.
- Choice of company car or car allowance.
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
- Holiday Buy Back Scheme.
- Company Pension Scheme.
- Private Medical Insurance Scheme.
- Healthshield membership.
- Life Assurance Scheme.
- Share Purchase Plan.
Technical Manager in Essex employer: Gleeson Homes
Gleeson Homes is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the North West where Technical Managers can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide generous benefits including a competitive holiday entitlement, private medical insurance, and a discretionary bonus scheme, all while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Join us to shape the future of home building and make a meaningful impact in the community.
