Technical Manager

At Dandara we believe the best ideas come from our people working together. We strive to look forward in all we do, with integrity and passion. Recruiting the right people is essential, as our peoples' contribution lead us to achieving our goals and growing our company. We put our customers first, we empower our people, and we support the communities in which we build.

We are continuing to expand our Southern region and we are seeking an ambitious Technical Manager. This is based in our fabulous office in Calmore, Southampton which is ideally placed for transport networks, has free parking, it's on onsite gym and a Starbucks drive through next door for your daily caffeine hit.

About the role

Reporting to the Technical Director, the successful Technical Manager will be joining our technical team and will be coordinating the team and external design consultants to ensure technical and design matters are delivered within the programme and within budget.

What you will do

• Provide practical and cost-effective technical support to the region reinforcing the guidance and support of the technical team who manage site evaluation, architectural and engineering design, and the investigations of any technical problems encountered and help/support the Technical Co-Ordinator in providing economical and viable solutions. This may involve liaison with, appointment of and co-ordination of external professionals.
• Work effectively with the senior management team and take a “whole company” perspective to managing issues, in accordance with corporate responsibility for the business.
• Responsible for corporate governance extending across all business areas and to actively promote best practice throughout the company.
• Work collaboratively with the Technical Director in the management of the technical department; help with monitoring budgets, minimising risks, maximising opportunities, achieving the regions targets; and seeking to positively influence the progression and growth of the business.
• Responsible for the regions technical function to ensure best practices are followed, costs are controlled, revenue generation is maximised, and value is increased for the region.
• In conjunction with the technical team offer support to the wider Dandara business in respect of build to rent & single family housing developments where significant co-ordination is required to ensure timely commencement of projects on site and adherence to build programmes to achieve CSA & valuation dates.
• Monitor the planning process ensuring technical advice is given at key stages to achieve permissions with as few conditions as possible.
• Monitor and track discharge of conditions to ensure compliance.
• Ensure statutory approvals e.g. S104 and S38 Agreements are obtained in a timely manner.
• In conjunction with the Technical Director, assist in the preparation of the development programmes and monitor with the design teams, both internal and external to ensure adherence to programmes.
• Ensure technical department procedures, layouts and technical reports are adhered to and produced to agreed programmes.
• Ensure sales and legal information is prepared in line with company procedures as required.
• Monitor development in conjunction with Bonding facility to ensure the earliest Bond reduction and adoption of POS, Roads and Sewers.
• Ensure the region has sufficient, competent and capable external consultants to support the needs of the region, negotiating fees to ensure services are optimised and fees are within budget.
• Present current issues at senior team meetings and be involved in discussing and influencing all aspects of the business.

What you will have

• Previous experience working as either a Technical Manager or Senior Technical Co-ordinator.
• Possess a strong knowledge base ideally from a technical design background of either architectural or preferably civil engineering.
• Knowledge of the housebuilding industry gained preferably with a high-volume house builder.
• Educated to HNC/HND level in a construction related qualification.

What we will offer you

Dandara was established in 1988 from the desire to provide innovative homes and commercial properties, which would offer real value for money without compromising on design, durability, or quality. Today Dandara is one of the UK’s largest independent property development companies, with over 10,000 happy customers and more than 100 industry awards for design and quality – and it’s all thanks to the vision and passion of our dedicated team. Our benefits include:

• £competitive salary negotiable on experience.
• Car Allowance.
• Private Medical Insurance single cover.
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
• £competitive annual bonus (discretionary).
• Up to 5% pension scheme (tax efficient salary sacrifice).
• Electric Vehicle lease scheme (tax efficient salary sacrifice).
• 3 x salary life assurance (option to increase to x4).
• Access to hundreds of discounts to the UK's favourite retailers, holiday providers, gyms and more!
• Access to on-site mental health first aiders and wellbeing platform.

If you are an experienced, driven, and ambitious Technical Manager who would like to join one of the UK's most well-respected housebuilders - this may be the role for you!