Technical Director

Are you an experienced senior construction professional looking for a Construction Technical Director job within a UK leading construction consultancy in the East Midlands?

We are recruiting a Technical Director in Nottingham on behalf of a multi-award-winning Chartered Quantity Surveying and construction consultancy. This is a full-time, permanent senior construction job with a clear pathway to influence business strategy and shape service excellence across a wide portfolio of sectors.

If you are a seasoned construction professional ready to step into a Director-level position within a progressive, employee-focused professional services firm, we would like to hear from you.

The Role

As Technical Director in the East Midlands, you will sit at the heart of the Senior Management Team (SMT), taking strategic ownership of the Clerk of Works division. This is an exclusive leadership opportunity within a business that holds Investors in People Gold status and is recognised for its collaborative culture.

You will be responsible for the overall direction and profitability of Clerk of Works service delivery, managing key client accounts and leading continuous improvement across the team's quality management framework.

This Technical Director role in Nottingham is ideally suited to an ambitious senior construction professional from a Private Practice, main contractor, or specialist consultancy background who is ready to take the next step in their construction career.

As Technical Director - Clerk of Works, your key responsibilities will include:

• Taking overall responsibility for the quality of Clerk of Works service delivery across the business and contributing to the strategic direction of the practice.
• Acting as the lead for all Clerk of Works appointments, ensuring client satisfaction and scheme profitability.
• Managing team resources and workloads effectively to consistently meet project requirements across multiple sectors.
• Taking ownership of allocated Key Client Accounts, ensuring satisfaction with services and identifying new work opportunities.
• Actively seeking new project opportunities and promoting the practice's services at networking and marketing events.
• Leading the development and continuous improvement of management systems, ensuring KPIs are met and quality standards are upheld across all workstreams.
• Training and developing the Clerk of Works team to maintain high levels of technical quality, including preparing and presenting in-house CPD events.
• Working collaboratively with HR on recruitment processes and wider people management matters.

The Team

Our client is a Chartered Quantity Surveying practice offering a comprehensive range of construction consultancy services, including quantity surveying, project management, employer's agent, Clerk of Works and advisory services. Their experienced team operates across health, care, industrial and manufacturing, residential, conservation and commercial sectors.

Renowned for delivering tailored solutions that meet client-specific needs, this construction consultancy benefits from a strong pipeline of repeat business and personal referrals, which is a mark of the trust they have built over many years.

Our client is a business with ambition, offering clear scope for career progression to help all employees achieve their personal and professional goals.

The Person

To be considered for this Technical Director role in Nottingham, you will be able to demonstrate:

• BSc (Hons) in a relevant construction, building, or surveying discipline.
• Extensive Senior Management experience within a built environment organisation.
• A wide understanding of the building industry, including knowledge of materials, trades, construction methods and legal requirements.
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems and a track record of driving continuous improvement.
• Proven experience delivering large, complex construction projects to a high standard.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and team leadership skills with a commitment to developing others.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a dedication to quality at every level.

This is a standout Technical Director opportunity in Nottingham, offering the scope to lead a growing division within one of the UK's most respected and nationally recognisable construction consultancy.

The package includes:

• Competitive salary (£75,000 - £85,000)
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance
• Structured career development and clear progression
• Investors in People Gold-accredited working environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including generous holiday allowance and enhanced pension scheme
• Involvement in high-profile construction projects across health, residential, commercial, and heritage sectors

Apply Now – Technical Director Jobs in Nottingham

Ready to take on one of the most impactful senior construction jobs in Nottingham?

Apply today and if your application is successful, we will be in touch within 48 hours to share full details about the role, the client and the projects you will be leading.

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