Specification Manager

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Harbourne Associates. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range Direct message the job poster from Harbourne Associates SPECIFICATION MANAGER – Leading Building Materials Company (Refurbishment) Territory includes EX, TA, BA, BS, SP, SO, RG, SN, GL and OX postcodes. Are you a confident communicator who loves solving problems, influencing project decisions, and working closely with customers? We’re looking for a Project Specification Manager to take ownership of a busy region and champion integrated building material system solutions across refurbishment projects. In this role, you’ll combine technical understanding with relationship-building to ensure our client’s systems are correctly specified, supported, and delivered - helping customers achieve the best possible outcomes for their projects. Package Base salary - up to £60,000 Car allowance of £6,000 + fuel claim-back scheme 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Life assurance …and more excellent benefits What You're Doing As a specification-focused specialist, you’ll be at the heart of refurbishment projects from concept to installation. Key Responsibilities: Customer Engagement: Carry out regular customer visits to build strong relationships, understand project challenges, and identify new opportunities. Winning Specifications: Promote and secure full system solutions within project specifications, influencing architects, specifiers, contractors, and project teams. Technical & Guarantee Support: Provide clear guidance on system requirements and guarantees, including site visits to ensure correct understanding and implementation. Forecasting & Planning: Prepare accurate sales forecasts and support demand planning to ensure smooth supply into your region’s projects. Business Development: Proactively identify, develop, and convert new opportunities to grow revenue and expand market presence. Strategic Alignment: Ensure your pipeline, projects, and activities support wider business goals and product portfolio strategies. CRM Excellence: Maintain detailed and accurate CRM records, managing your pipeline and customer activity with discipline and attention to detail. You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy combining technical knowledge with customer interaction and project influence. Experience in technical sales, specification sales, or construction-related business development Strong understanding of building materials and full system solutions Ability to read, interpret, and influence project specifications Comfortable meeting customers, visiting sites, and handling technical discussions (full UK driving licence is essential) Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong organisational skills - able to manage a high volume of customer interactions CRM experience (SAP C4C ideal, but any CRM acceptable) Proactive, target-driven, and motivated by building long-term relationships Why This Role Matters You’ll be the key link between customers, technical requirements, and project success. Your expertise will help shape refurbishment projects, drive value for customers, and support business growth - all while giving you autonomy, variety, and the chance to build a meaningful network in the industry. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you’re excited by technical solutions, enjoy influencing projects, and want a role where every day brings new conversations and challenges, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help deliver smarter, better-performing refurbishment solutions. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Sales, Customer Service, and Business Development Industries Construction, Wholesale Building Materials, and Building Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr