Senior Technical Manager (FTC)

Job Description

Protech are currently recruiting for a Senior Technical Manager on behalf of a leading residential developer with an upcoming project in Milton Keynes. This role requires a candidate with proven experience managing the technical aspects of mid-high rise residential projects and fire remediation works.

Job summary/Purpose

Responsible for developing and progressing a cladding/ fire remediation project through all aspects of the design, planning and construction stages and accountable for the projects’ programme delivery and reporting in line with cladding remediation governance process and government reporting targets.

Primary Responsibilities

Leadership & Business Management

• Effective contract and scope negotiation with design teams, contractors, freeholders, and management companies.
• Effective and proactive communications supporting internal comms teams and dealings with freeholders and management companies to ensure delivery of a safe, fair, and proportionate remedial solution to buildings.
• Ensure awareness of political, regulatory, industry related and environmental developments which may impact delivery and priorities as necessary.
• Ensure risk is fully understood and managed, and actioned to the appropriate time frames to deliver project objectives.
• Ensure that cross-functional communication is paramount and effective.
• Clearly define roles and responsibilities across all consultants and contractors to ensure project objectives are met efficiently.

Design, Planning & Technical

• Building solid and trusted relationships with wider Technical team, Commercial teams & Construction teams to ensure consistent construction quality and approach where controls remediation works.
• Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of all relevant legislation, procedures, and best practice, including the FRAEW and EWS1 assessment process and applicable standards for cladding remediation projects.
• Ensure CDM/ EMS procedures are followed on all projects.
• Ensure a coordinated approach to all aspects of the architectural design, engineering, fire engineering and planning activities of remediation proposals.
• Ensure effective liaison and negotiation with Statutory Authorities, planning authorities, stakeholders, and consultants to achieve the objectives and programme for an implementable Statutory Approval.

Project Performance

• Ensure awareness of political, industry related and environmental developments which may impact on delivery and phasing of the project.
• Ensure delivery of the expected requirements, including timescales, quality, & risk mitigation, ensuring effective oversight of the works, completion, and handover.
• Effectively manage the professional bodies, consultants, Contractors & Subcontractors as required.
• Provide cost-effective service, carefully control expenditures, and manage budgets and overheads.
• Ensure that project meetings are arranged and managed promptly and efficiently, ensuring all relevant decisions and actions are noted and recorded.

Customer Service Delivery

• Ensure stakeholder communication is proactive, empathic, focused and engaging.
• Where required, develop a resident strategy for each phase of the project
• Drive quality with the Construction teams and our Contractors.

Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements

• Degree or professional qualification in property, development, construction, or a related field (or equivalent work experience and a clear plan for achieving the necessary qualifications)
• Proven track record within the construction industry, with experience gained in working with developers, contractors and other related partners
• Strong understanding of residential construction, with a proven track record of delivering high-profile, complex construction projects to time, cost, and quality standards
• Proven track record of managing a range of stakeholder relationships, including local authorities, landowners, developers, and contractors
• Proven experience in working with lawyers and communication consultants
• High standard of financial literacy & analytical skills
• Considerable drive and energy
• In-depth knowledge of the construction process and construction methods, knowledge of current UK construction, legislation, regulations, standards, and procedures

Job Type: Full-time – Contract – 6+ months