Technical Manager

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager to join our team within Vistry Merseyside & Cheshire West, at our Warrington office, with responsibility for our Peel Hall site. As our Technical Manager, you will support the technical delivery of the development, ensuring all design, engineering, and regulatory aspects are progressed efficiently and to a high standard. This includes managing planning applications, NHBC processes, engineering reviews, and document control, while supporting site and commercial teams throughout the lifecycle of the project. 

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Proven experience in progressing planning applications and discharging conditions
• Strong background in NHBC processes and residential housing delivery
• Competent in reviewing civil and structural engineering submissions
• Fluent in 4Projects/Viewpoint document management systems
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination abilities

Desirable…

•  Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
• Membership of ICE, CIAT, CIOB or similar professional body
• Experience with AutoCAD and MS Office
• Principal Designer and Health & Safety qualifications

More about the Technical Manager role…

• Progress planning applications and manage discharge of planning conditions.
• Liaise with local authorities and statutory bodies to secure timely approvals.
• Support the planning lead with feasibility and technical input.
• Manage NHBC site creation, initial enquiries, and condition resolution.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, and other statutory requirements.
• Submit and secure approvals from Building Control and warranty providers.
• Review civil and structural engineering designs for compliance and value engineering opportunities.
• Manage consultants delivering engineering designs, legal plans, and utility layouts.
• Oversee technical approvals for S104, S38, and S278 agreements and ensure timely legal completions.
• Maintain and manage all technical documentation using 4Projects/Viewpoint.
• Coordinate and issue accurate design information to internal departments and external consultants.
• Chair design team meetings and attend site progress meeting.
• Collate and manage all handover documentation required for NHQC & legal completions.
• Prepare and issue working drawing packs for tender and construction.
• Attend relevant pre-start meetings, briefing teams on technical matters.
• Resolve technical queries and conduct site visits as required.
• Provide technical input to commercial packages.
• Monitor and report technical fees, including S106 obligations.
• Assist in the production of sales brochures and plot naming coordination.

Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. 

Join us in making Vistry.  

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