Head of Technical
Full time - 37 hours a week
Competitive salary
SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES, IMPROVING LIVES
Eastleigh Borough Council are actively seeking to recruit a Head of Technical within Project Delivery.
At Eastleigh Borough Council we are committed to making a positive difference for all the residents, businesses and visitors to Eastleigh.
We are delivering on our promise to create sustainable and healthy communities within the Borough.
About the Role
As the Head of Technical for the One Horton Heath Project, you will provide an essential role overseeing the Operational Boards for detailed design matters, and provide updates to the Project Management Team in relation to all planning and technical design matters.
This post will ensure that compliance, consents and relevant approvals are delivered across the programme of projects in accordance with approved business plans and relevant timescales. They will be responsible for delivering corporate reporting to the council senior leadership team in respect of design and town planning matters related to the project. The post with have a primary objective to support the delivery of the current construction phase (Lower Acre) with the management of the technical team members external consultants, along with the main contractor.
About you
The successful candidate will be professionally qualified and accredited in a relevant discipline (for example, RIBA, CIOB). Extensive experience is required of detailed design, planning and project management across large scale constriction and development projects.
You will be able to demonstrate technical and planning knowledge and have commercial awareness. You will have a proven record of delivery on programmes, including recovery on delayed programmes. The ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels is key.
You will be able to set strategies, be a strong leader and be computer literate. The ability to manage third party consultants is advantageous.
About Us
We are a diverse and talented team and as an employer we are committed to supporting and developing all our staff and creating a culture that is inclusive, innovative and enjoyable. We offer excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support our staff in maintaining a good work life balance through our innovative flexi-time system and wellness plans.
If you are excited by this opportunity and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.
We offer a good range of benefits and facilities which include:
31 days annual leave (full time)
Local Government pension scheme (defined benefits scheme)
Confidential Employee Advice and Support Programme
Flexible Working Scheme and the ability to accrue 2 additional days flexi leave a month
For further information please contact Olly Wood, One Horton Heath - Project Director,
[email protected]
Closing date: 31 August 2026
Interview date: 4 September 2026
