Berkeley Group Plc
Technical Manager
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Technical Manager
Technical Manager – Technical Department Department: Technical Location: Southall, London
🏗 About Berkeley Group
Berkeley Group builds homes and neighbourhoods across London, Birmingham, and the South of England, reviving underused land to create welcoming, sustainable, and nature-rich places where communities thrive. Specialising in long-term brownfield regeneration, they tackle complex sites beyond conventional homebuilding. Their work is geared toward collaborative developments that deliver shared social, environmental, economic, and commercial value—ensuring benefits for all stakeholders.
All Berkeley homes are meticulously crafted with quality, design expertise, and relentless attention to detail.
📌 Key Responsibilities
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Coordinate design and construction packages:
- Own delivery of fully detailed construction packages and achieving Building Regulation approval.
- Work alongside the Production team and other departments to streamline approvals and avoid delays.
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Resource management and cost optimisation:
- Allocate resources proactively within time and budget constraints.
- Identify cost-effective solutions to ensure projects stay on track from feasibility to site completion.
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Team leadership and development:
- Develop, mentor, and support team members, fostering a positive, trusting work environment.
- Coach and nurture staff to help them reach their potential.
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Support and communication:
- Deliver plans, specifications, and technical information to the Project Team and other departments.
- Resolve queries promptly, maintaining efficient workflows.
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Project coordination and compliance:
- Ensure construction drawings meet timescales, Building Regulations, and associated legislation.
- Attend and contribute to design workshops/meetings (chair or take minutes as required).
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Consultant management:
- Manage consultant procurement from Tender Enquiry approval to consultant recommendations/appointments.
- Collaborate with external consultants and contractors to support project goals.
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Regulatory and compliance compliance:
- Uphold Health and Safety priorities, ensuring CDM Regulations compliance (as Client/Principal Designer).
- Oversee broad Statutory Body approvals, including building control and warranty registrations.
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Post-planning obligations:
- Discharge planning conditions and s106 obligations in a timely manner.
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Legal and statutory management:
- Manage agreements, licences, wayleaves, easements, substation leases, and Party Wall Awards.
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Ongoing learning and industry engagement:
- Stay updated on regulatory changes, product innovations, and research reports.
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Support sales and marketing:
- Supply Brochure Plans, conveyance plans, and technical assets to Support Teams.
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Construction compliance:
- Oversee construction works to align with approved designs.
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Multitasking and adaptability:
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously with staying calm under pressure.
✅ Required Experience & Qualifications
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Specialist expertise in:
- Technical management of high-rise, mixed-use, high-complexity residential development projects.
- High-Risk Building scheme experience.
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Qualifications:
- Minimum HNC in design/construction (or equivalent).
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Software proficiency:
- Microsoft 365 (advanced skill set)
- AutoCAD/Revit.
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Professional competence:
- Stay informed on current regulatory trends and industry advancements.
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Leadership ability:
- Demonstrated success in leading teams effectively.
✨ Why Join Berkeley Group?
📅 Work-Life Balance:
- 25 days annual leave (increasing to 33 days with tenure).
🏥 Health & Wellbeing:
- Private Medical Insurance included.
- Flexible support for workplace wellness.
💳 Additional Benefits:
- Discounted shopping via an online platform.
- Volunteer days via the Berkeley Foundation.
- Private pension and group life assurance.
📅 Work Schedule:
- Standard office hours: 8am–5pm (core: 9am–4pm).
💡 Note for Internal Applicants: Please inform your line manager of your interest in applying.
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