Job Description

?Join Gilbert & Goode as a Technical & Engineering Manager?
Location: Cornwall (Head Office St Austell, Cornwall)
Company: Gilbert & Goode
Department: Pre-Construction
Are you an experienced technical leader with a proven track record in residential development?
Gilbert & Goode is seeking a full time, permanent, Technical & Engineering Manager to join our Pre-Construction team. This is a pivotal role, acting as the technical point of contact for all disciplines and managing the design and regulatory approval process from planning through to build completion.
? What You'll Do

• Lead and manage technical and engineering aspects of multiple residential schemes (50-200 dwellings).
• Oversee design coordination, statutory approvals, and compliance with CDM and Health & Safety regulations.
• Manage consultant appointments, fee budgets, and design programmes.
• Drive value engineering and continuous improvement across projects.
• Ensure timely delivery of technical information to support tendering and construction.

? What We're Looking For

• Extensive experience in pre-construction/design management within a volume housebuilding environment.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations, building regulations, and warranty standards.
• Proven ability to manage utilities, sectional agreements, and planning conditions.
• Excellent project management skills with a strategic approach to design and engineering.
• HND or equivalent Level 5 qualification in design/construction or civil engineering. A Degree or equivalent level 6 qualification and professional membership are desirable.

? Why Join Us?
At Gilbert & Goode, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality homes and exceptional customer satisfaction. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, accountability, and professional growth.
? Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package including:

• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Car Allowance
• Professional membership fees paid
• Occupational sick pay (3 months full pay, 3 months half pay)
• 4% employer pension contribution (includes 3x salary death in service benefit)
• Medicash Health Cash Plan (includes dental and optical)
• Flu jab & wellbeing initiatives
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Agile working options (office, home, or local area)

Apply now and help shape the future of residential development in the Southwest.
? Closing Date: Sunday 4th January 2026
As part of the Ocean Housing Group, with a reputation for creating inspiring new homes, Gilbert & Goode has grown from humble beginnings in 1972 to become one of the South West's leading new homes developers. Putting our customers at the heart of everything we do we are committed to delivering exceptional new homes that you will enjoy living in for years to come.
Gilbert & Goode is proud to promote and retain excellent relationships with local landowners, stakeholders and supply chain to bring the best opportunities, sustainable local products and services to create inspirational neighbourhoods whilst investing into the local community by making contributions towards highways, schools and local facilities.

Skills Required