Specifications Manager, UAE - Building Materials

Omanyp; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Omanyp, based in Dubai, is seeking a seasoned professional to lead product specifications and project-based business development in the UAE. The role requires building relationships with consultants, developers, and architects, ensuring the company's products are specified in projects from concept to completion.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience, a strong network within the A&D community, and a self-starter attitude to thrive in a competitive environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in specification and project-based business development.
• Strong connections with consultants, developers, interior designers, and architects.
• Proven ability to influence specifications and manage projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drive product specification across consultants and developers.
• Build and protect a project pipeline from concept to award.
• Develop trusted relationships in the architecture and design community.
• Collaborate with sales to convert specified projects into orders.
• Map key projects in the UAE and identify decision-makers.
• Deliver project reporting and market intelligence.

Skills

Influencing specifications

Building relationships

Project pipeline management

Market intelligence reporting

Job description

Our client is a UAE-based manufacturer and supplier specializing in decorative surface materials such as laminates, veneer, MDF, and plywood, primarily serving interiors and construction projects. It offers sourcing, distribution, and design-driven solutions for furniture makers, architects, and designers to enhance the look and functionality of residential and commercial spaces.

• Drive product specification across consultants, developers, interior designers, and architects - getting our products written into project documents early and decisively.
• Build and protect a project pipeline, tracking opportunities from concept and design stage through to award.
• Develop deep, trusted relationships across the A&D and developer community, becoming their go‑to specification partner.
• Work hand in hand with the sales team to convert specified projects into orders and protect the spec against substitution.
• Map key projects across the UAE, identify decision‑makers, and position our portfolio at the point of influence.
• Deliver clear project reporting, specification tracking, and live market intelligence on upcoming developments.

• 7+ years of experience in specification and project‑based business development.
• Strong, active connections with consultants, developers, interior designers, and architects - must have.
• A proven ability to influence specifications and steer projects from design stage to award.
• Valid driving license and full readiness to travel across the territory.
• A self‑starter who works independently, owns the pipeline, and thrives on long‑cycle, relationship‑led wins.