Technical Manager

Job Advert – Technical Specification Manager (London Based Council)
Client: London based Council
Job Title: Technical Specification Manager
Location: Central London – Hybrid (Regular Office Attendance Required)
Contract: Ongoing Temporary Contract
Pay Rate: £400 per day Umbrella LTD / £291 per day PAYE (Fixed rate – please do not submit candidates above this threshold)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role: Our Council Client in London are looking to appoint an experienced Technical Specification Manager to lead the development and redrafting of specifications, commercial models, and employer’s requirements across a wide range of housing-related Term Partnering Contracts.
This is a key interim role helping to shape future housing services and contract delivery across core service areas, including repairs, voids, M&E, lifts, domestic heating, major works, and aids & adaptations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Review, update, and rewrite technical specifications and employer’s requirements
• Translate operational needs into clear, performance-based contract documentation
• Develop aligned commercial models, cost schedules, and SoRs
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, legislation, and industry standards
• Collaborate closely with operational managers, procurement, and the Housing programme team
• Support procurement processes, including clarification responses and tender evaluations
• Lead knowledge transfer by training staff on new contract documentation and requirements

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong background working with TAC-1, FAC-1, JCT, and NEC contracts
• Detailed understanding of the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates
• Demonstrated experience creating complex specifications for housing contracts
• Excellent attention to detail, document consistency, and clarity
• Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-departmental collaboration skills
• Familiarity with procurement best practices and post-award implementation

Desirable Qualifications:

• Professional memberships such as RICS, MCIOB, or equivalent (preferred but not essential)

How to Apply: If this role aligns with your experience and goals, or if you’d like to discuss similar opportunities, please contact James Glover on
or email .uk.