Specifications Specialist

Elliot Scott Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specification consultancy in Dubai is seeking an experienced Specification Specialist. The role will focus on providing technical support and ensuring product specifications in architectural and interior design projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and at least 3-6 years of relevant experience, with strong communication and technical skills crucial for success. This position offers opportunities for career growth within a collaborative environment and competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance incentives

Opportunity to work with leading consultants

Career growth within a reputable organization

Professional and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 36 years of experience in specification, technical sales or architectural support, preferably in UAE.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, finishes, and building systems.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage technical specifications for architectural and interior projects.
• Work with architects, consultants, and interior designers to ensure product specifications.
• Lead new business development across commercial and hospitality sectors.

Skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong technical writing and documentation abilities

Proficiency in MS Office

AutoCAD/Revit knowledge

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Specification Specialist to support our sales design and technical teams in Dubai. The role focuses on ensuring company products are specified in architectural and interior design projects by working closely with consultants architects interior designers and developers while ensuring compliance with UAE standards and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare review and manage technical specifications for architectural and interior projects focusing on Acoustic products
• Work with architects consultants and interior designers to ensure products are specified in tender and construction documents

Requirements

• Provide technical support and product knowledge to internal sales and external stakeholders
• Review project drawings BOQs and tender documents to identify specification opportunities
• Ensure compliance with UAE standards authority requirements and international codes (ASTM BS EN etc.)
• Coordinate with sales project and procurement teams to ensure accurate product representation
• Conduct product presentations CPDs and technical workshops for consultants and design firms
• Track specified projects and maintain an updated specification pipeline
• Support value engineering and alternative product proposals when required

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Architecture Interior Design Engineering or related field
• *36 years of experience* in specification technical sales or architectural support (UAE experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of construction materials finishes and building systems
• Experience working with consultants developers and contractors in Dubai
• Familiarity with Dubai Municipality Civil Defence and other authority requirements
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and technical drawings

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong technical writing and documentation abilities
• Proficiency in MS Office; AutoCAD/Revit knowledge is an advantage
• Strong coordination and relationship-building skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Opportunity to work with leading consultants and developers in Dubai
• Career growth within a reputable organization
• Professional and collaborative work environment

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in architectural products finishes or building materials
• Knowledge of sustainable materials and green building standards (LEED Estidama)
• UAE driving license

Required Skills

Required Skills:

Overview

Our client is seeking a Specifications specialist to drive revenue growth across a full interior fitout acoustic product portfolio within commercial and hospitality environments. This is a strategic front- facing role suited to an experienced professional with strong manufacturer-side sales experience and a proven track record of delivering complex high-value commercial projects. The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy owning the full sales cycle and playing a key role in expanding market presence across multiple established brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new business development across commercial and hospitality sectors including offices hotels mixed-use developments and large-scale fit-out projects
• Sell a full product range encompassing acoustic solutions and voice-reduction products
• Represent and grow 34 established brands within the UAE market
• Proactively source qualify and convert new business opportunities
• Manage the full commercial sales cycle from specification and tender through to contract award
• Build and maintain strong relationships with interior designers consultants contractors and end clients
• Influence specifications at early design stages to secure long-term pipeline
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless handover and project delivery

Experience & Commercial Requirements

• Proven experience in business development or sales role within a manufacturer or solutions-led environment
• Strong background in commercial interiors fit-out construction products or acoustic solutions
• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale commercial projects including multi- stakeholder sales processes
• Clear understanding of commercial procurement routes tendering and consultant-led specifications
• Ability to engage at multiple levels from designers and consultants to senior decision- makers
• Experience managing long sales cycles negotiating commercial terms and protecting margins
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to forecast accurately and manage pipeline effectively
• Highly proactive self-driven and comfortable operating in a performance-led environment

Requirements

• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel across the UAE
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative sales function

Required Education:

Engineering Graduate