Job Description
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Pre-Construction & Technical Manager
Shape Projects. Influence Design. Lead With Impact.
Are you someone who loves solving complex technical challenges, shaping projects from the ground up, and being the person everyone relies on to make things happen?If so — this is a role where you can truly add value
Salary - £80,000
Location - Peterborough
We’re looking for an experienced Pre-Construction & Technical Manager who’s ready to own the full technical lifecycle of our client’s development projects. You’ll be the driving force connecting design, planning, engineering, authorities, and on-site delivery — ensuring everything fits together flawlessly.
This isn’t just another technical role.This is your chance to have real autonomy, influence, and visibility in a growing business that values expertise, proactive thinking, and collaboration.
What You’ll Be Doing (and Owning)
Pre-Construction & Planning – Set Projects Up for Success
- Lead the technical and pre-construction process from concept stage to site start.
- Coordinate architects, engineers, MEP consultants and specialist designers.
- Oversee planning applications and ensure conditions are properly discharged.
- Liaise with local authorities, warranty providers, and statutory bodies to secure approvals.
- Manage Building Regs and NHBC submissions.
- Review drainage, highways, ecology, utilities and other technical reports.
- Spot risks early and build smart solutions before they become issues.
Design & Technical Coordination – Bring Everything Together
- Review drawings for compliance, buildability, and cost efficiency.
- Lead design team meetings and keep information aligned across all disciplines.
- Manage drawing revisions and ensure timely flow of information to commercial and site teams.
- Support compliance with the Building Safety Act.
- Ensure designs are practical, deliverable, and value-engineered.
Construction & Delivery Support – Be the Problem Solver
- Provide technical expertise to site teams throughout construction.
- Manage RFIs and resolve on-site technical queries quickly.
- Coordinate utilities and service installations.
- Ensure accurate as-built information and smooth handover documentation.
What You Bring
- Strong experience in technical management, pre-construction, or design management within UK construction or residential development.
- In-depth knowledge of planning systems, Building Regulations and statutory approvals.
- Comfortable liaising with local authorities, NHBC and warranty providers.
- Skilled at reading, reviewing, and coordinating technical drawings.
- Able to manage multidisciplinary design teams with confidence.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive mindset and sharp attention to detail.
- Relevant qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Construction, Architecture, Engineering or similar).
Why join this business?
- Circa £80,000 per annum
- End-to-end project involvement — you’ll influence every stage
- A growing business where your voice matters
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Real opportunities for career progression as the company continues to grow
Ready to Lead the Technical Direction of Exciting Projects? xwzovoh
If you're driven, solutions-focused, and want a role where you can genuinely make an impact — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape the future of our developments.