Technical Manager Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Technical Manager includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Establish and implement training processes and strategies for all technical personnel
Analyze, plan and develop requirements and standards in reference to scheduled projects
Assign and oversee the daily tasks of technical personnel while ensuring all subordinates are actively working toward established milestones
Hold regular technical team meetings to determine progress and address any questions or challenges regarding projects
Determine and define clear deliverables, roles and responsibilities for staff members required for specific projects or initiatives
Research and evaluate hardware and software technology options and weigh the cost/benefit analysis when making large purchases on behalf of the company
Recruit and train exceptional employees to fulfill posted positions within the technical department
Update and maintain all production technologies ensuring proper maintenance and installation

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Technical Manager duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Technical Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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