Technical Manager - #147630

Summary

Are you passionate about driving technical excellence in construction and housing? As a Technical Manager at Pobl Group, you'll play a key role in delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality housing projects across Wales. Our mission is to build homes that not only meet the needs of today but are fit for the future. Working closely with our Development Team, you'll ensure every project meets the highest standards from planning to completion. If you have the expertise to lead technical due diligence and a desire to make a real impact, we want to hear from you.

Overview

What is Great About the Role?

• Innovative Impact: Be at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge solutions into new build and refurbishment projects.
• Leadership & Development: Lead technical due diligence, mentor teams, and contribute to the strategic growth of the Group.
• Diverse Challenges: Engage with a variety of technical tasks, from site evaluation to post-construction review, ensuring every project meets our high standards.
  
  

Where Does This Role Fit In?

The Technical Manager works within the Development Team, reporting directly to the Head of Design & Placemaking. You'll collaborate closely with Project Managers, providing technical expertise from the pre-planning stages through to project completion. Your role is pivotal in ensuring our developments not only meet but exceed industry standards, reinforcing Pobl Group's reputation as a leader in well-designed, sustainable housing.

What skills and experience do you need?

To excel in this role, you must have a solid background in engineering and construction, with a demonstrated understanding of technical processes and industry standards. Experience in Section agreements and SAB agreements is crucial, as is the ability to analyse complex information and make informed decisions. You should have a proven track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with both internal teams and external stakeholders, which will enable you to effectively coordinate and lead technical initiatives.

A proactive approach to problem-solving is essential, as is the ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment. You should either hold a BSc (Hons) or equivalent degree in a construction-related discipline or have demonstrable experience in a similar role. A Full driving license with access to your own vehicle is essential

Experience with RSL projects and large mixed-tenure residential schemes, along with proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit, would be highly advantageous. Additionally, an understanding of the Welsh Government’s grant regime and Design Quality Requirements would further support your success in this role.

What are the pay and benefits?

• £60,291 for a 37 hour, full time, permanent position
• Flexible working policies – this role would be both home and office based with regular time spent out on site across South Wales. Our head office is Newport, Cardiff or Swansea.
• Option to work compressed hours of a 9 day fortnight (usually a Friday)
• 26 days holiday entitlement plus Bank holidays , rising to 30 days with length of service
• Pension scheme
• Sick Pay 
• Colleague Referral Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Time for Talking – a free counselling service
• Health Cash Plan
• Savings Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes
• Cycle to work and Electric Car scheme
• Eyecare plan
• Give as You Earn charity donation scheme
• Gym and shopping discounts
• Training and progression opportunities
  
  

What’s FREDIE?

At Pobl Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity at Pobl Group and we encourage you to apply now.

How do you apply?

If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm required to be our next difference maker, please follow the prompts to apply now. Our application process is an up to date CV & we ask a question around your motivation, skills & experience for the role, along with a few contact details so that we can get back in touch with you.

Interviews will be taking place on 9th July in our Newport Office

If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process, please contact [email protected] or 0300 3735262

Who are Pobl Group?

Pobl Group is a dynamic organisation with ambitious plans to contribute significantly to the creation of new homes in Wales. We are committed to delivering high-quality housing and making a positive impact on communities across the region. Pobl’s provisions varies from care and support to individuals, through to commercial development activities. Our team provides services for all these business areas, so you’ll get involved with a very diverse customer base. We have set ourselves the goal to create 10,000 new homes by 2031, and to become a carbon neutral business by 2050.

We have merged with Linc Cymru which has brought together two of Wales’ leading Registered Social Landlords, forming a formidable partnership that will significantly enhance the provision of social housing and care and support services across Wales.