Are you an experienced Technical Manager looking for a new challenge?Our Partnerships East London Division are looking for an experienced Technical Manager to join our expanding Technical Team to work on a development in East London.Creating places people love is what gets us up in the morning. We build places of character, designed to build peoples sense of community, and provide people with a sense of belonging and value. We aim to create and nurture a forward-thinking culture by putting people at the heart of what we do, both those that work for us, and those we impact in the communities we create.Who are we?Countryside operates nationally across 13 existing regions and two timber frame factories, soon to be 16 regions and 3 timber frame factories! Right now, as part of this growth, we are expanding our teams across the Group, and are seeking a Technical Manager to join our expanding Technical Team within our Brentwood Office. Purpose of the RoleTo be involved with a project from land bid or tender by providing construction technical guidance and co-ordination through to the pre-construction design and technical management functions for delivery of the development.Act as the Client focal point and Construction Team Co-ordinator during the construction phase of the project.To manage the planning and delivery of infrastructure, including services and landscaping on developmentsTo manage the work and/or expectations of key project stakeholders and customers, for example project stakeholders, residential customers, external design consultants and suppliers/contractorsTo assist the Senior Technical Manager in the selection and appointment of external design consultantsManage the technical design process of a project through planning stage to practical completionWhat skills and experience are essential to do this job?A pro-active management style with capability to lead and coordinate the managers across a wider team.Ability to prioritise and delegate as appropriate effectively negotiate, motivate and communicate in order to influence others to ensure that the required objectives are met.Leadership skills including assertiveness, being decisive, flexible, good time management, organised, effective at leading / participating in meetings, works well under pressure and to strict deadlines.Experience and knowledge of planning, financial and legal processes.A general background knowledge in property combined with a relevant qualification.Experience in stakeholder management What do I need to achieve and deliver to be effective in this job?Co-ordinate project teams throughout the planning and development process monitoring progress to ensure the delivery of serviced land parcels on time and in budget.Ensure all co-ordination issues relating to tenders and contract issues are implemented between design team, construction team, employer’s agent and client.Manage the technical and design process of the project from Planning Consent to Practical Completion.Providing technical advice on the feasibility of projects, determining constraints and advising on budgets, phasing and timing. Produce development fees, utility costs for the construction cost. Liaise with Estimators, Surveyors, Buyers and Construction.Undertake financial management and provide budgeting forecasting information for infrastructure budgets.Co-ordinate consultant appointments and prepare appointment scopes, design programmes and fee budgets.Co-ordinate technical, design and external client issues with the relevant Countryside team.Act as the main Client contact during the Construction Phase.Produce the Health & Safety construction plan with the Construction Manager and issue monthly CDM statements.Address relevant issues with JCT Contracts, Employers Requirements, Contractors Proposals, Insurances, Performance Bonds, Adoption Agreements and Bonds, Warranties, etc.In conjunction with Environmental Consultant issue agreed sustainability/Code Pre-Assessment and Energy Strategy.Assist Technical Administrators and Coordinators with the preparation of Health & Safety File/O&M Manual.Liaise with Joint Venture Partners and Funders throughout the development process.Manage, agree and complete legal adoptions of all infrastructure elements.Manage strategic statute services, diversions and connections.Discharge S106 conditions for the developments.To be successful in this role I may have experience in these areas:Experience of Project Management in either a development company or professional practice.Up to date knowledge of best practice and the latest products and specification items available in the marketplace.An ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management with respect to client, professional practices and site operators, both internal and external to the Company.An understanding of the construction process involving JCT Forms of Contract.Experience using a document management system such as Viewpoint/4P/DoceliteExperience in a Senior Technical Coordinator role or similarIt would be an advantage if I have these qualifications:Professional qualification from recognised institution eg. at A level, ONC/HNC, NVQ in ConstructionEvidence of a strong understanding of financial, legal, and planning processes.Degree level education or 5+ years relevant industry experience. What’s in it for you?We start by putting our people first. We offer industry leading salaries and benefit packages, inclusive of an excellent bonus scheme, family healthcare, a generous pension, and a full range of flexible benefits to suit you. On top of this, and as part of our Culture Transformation, we offer flexible working, Christmas off “for free”, freshly refurbished offices and we dress for our day! We also invest heavily in our people and are passionate about helping them succeed.Interested?If you would like to find out more or to be considered for this role, please click apply and upload your CV and a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch.