Due to an expanding order book, Bristol based client have an opening for a position as Project Manager within their Technical team. They are seeking an experienced and highly organised individual to lead the delivery of residential design projects for major national house builders. This role combines technical expertise with strong leadership and client-facing responsibilities, requiring a professional who can confidently oversee projects from concept through to approval and construction readiness. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and coordinating technical drawings, liaising directly with clients, reviewing and approving third-party supplier designs, and managing a team of architectural technicians. A comprehensive understanding of current Building Regulations and NHBC standards is essential, alongside excellent time management skills and the ability to ensure projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Vacancy Title & Occupation - Project Manager - Technical Department
Sector - Construction Industry / Residential Housing
Vacancy Description. Duties will include:
- Preparation of technically accurate working drawings, to include substructure plans, floor plans, joist layouts, truss layouts, sections, large scale construction details, external works and conveyance plans.
- Liaising with clients to ensure drawings meet their brief.
- Running multiple projects at once with the ability to delegate effectively.
- Manage a team to prepare all drawings and documents required for use on site and for the submission of Building Regulation applications.
- Liaising with Building Control bodies to discharge conditions and resolve any queries.
- Co-ordinating information between consultants and incorporating into designs where necessary.
- Reviewing and incorporating specialist supplier designs.
- Attending design team meetings at client offices and on site when necessary. Position Requirements
- Experience within the residential housing sector, working with national house builders advantageous.
- Have an eye for detail
- Prepare accurate, error free drawing information.
- Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and NHBC standards.
- Experience designing in traditional masonry and timber frame is essential, concrete framing and SFS experience desirable.
- Competent knowledge of building materials, specifications and construction techniques.
- Ability to work within a team and offer experience to the team when required.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to organise & prioritise workload effectively
- Possess good communication skills.
- Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit.
- I.T. literate in Microsoft and Adobe packages.
- Possess Full UK Driving licence and own transport
- Willingness to travel Minimum Qualification(s) Required
- ONC/HNC in construction related course
- 3 GCSEs at C or above, to include English and Mathematics Essential Personal Attributes
- Methodical & Organised
- Good timekeeping & Communication skills
- A team player and of personable smart character Hours of work
37.5 hours week (Flexible Hours: Start 7.30-9:30am - Finish 4:00-5:30)
7.5 hour core working day with 30 minute (min) to 1 hour lunch break.
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