Technical Manager

Job Title: Freelance Technical Manager High-Rise Residential 6-Month Contract)
Location: Acton

Contract Type: Freelance

Duration: 6 Months Potential temp to perm)
Start Date: Imminently
Developer: Tier 1 Residential Developer

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Technical Manager to join a leading Tier 1 developer on a 6-month freelance contract, working on a major high-volume, high-rise residential project.

This role will play a critical part in managing the technical design output, with a particular focus on reviewing and approving internal and external design packages across various stages of the project lifecycle.

Youll be working closely with consultants, internal delivery teams, and external contractors to ensure design intent is maintained, compliance standards are met, and construction documentation is coordinated and buildable.

Key Responsibilities:

* Review, comment on, and approve architectural, structural, and services drawings for both internal and external packages

* Coordinate with design consultants to resolve clashes and design issues

* Ensure documentation is aligned with project brief, buildability, and compliance requirements

* Maintain a clear record of drawing reviews, approvals, and outstanding issues

* Provide technical guidance and input across disciplines as required

* Liaise with construction and delivery teams to support effective site implementation

* Attend coordination and design review meetings as required

About You:

* Proven experience as a Technical Manager or Design Manager on large-scale high-rise residential projects

* Background working for developers, top-tier contractors, or design consultancies

* Strong technical understanding of internal and external package design, detailing, and compliance

* Excellent knowledge of NCC, BCA, and relevant Australian standards

* Confident in reviewing consultant drawings and coordinating RFI processes

* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced project environment

* Relevant tertiary qualifications in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

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