Specifications Specialist

Talent Bridge HR Consultancy Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor of surfacing materials is seeking a Specifications Engineer in Dubai. This technical sales role involves presenting to architects and consultants, analysing specifications, and providing pre-sales support. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or architecture, with experience in technical sales being preferred. Excellent communication skills and a grasp of material performance are essential. The position offers a competitive tax-free salary and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Career development opportunities

Interaction with leading architects and developers

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in specification engineering or technical sales.
• Strong understanding of surfacing materials and construction products.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.

Responsibilities

• Visit architects and consultants to present product samples.
• Analyse drawings and tender documents for material suitability.
• Prepare technical documentation and mock-ups.
• Conduct presentations and product demonstrations.

Skills

Strong presentation skills

Client-facing communication

Technical sales

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Specifications Engineer Technical Sales Engineer Pre-Sales Engineer Jobs in Dubai

Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates
Industry: Building Materials / Interior Fit-Out / Architectural Products
Reports To: Regional Sales Manager / Head of Sales
Salary (tax-free): Please fill in your expectation in the application

About the Role

A leading distributor of premium interior and exterior surfacing materials is seeking a Specifications Engineer to join its expanding Dubai team. This is a technical client-facing role that requires strong presentation skills and the ability to advise architects consultants and specifiers on material behaviour performance design suitability and installation requirements.

The position involves visiting architect and consultant offices presenting material samples explaining technical characteristics and recommending correct product selections. This includes advising when an 8mm panel is appropriate versus a 10mm panel based on structural performance aesthetics and application requirements. Candidates with a background in building materials estimation architecture or project sales will be considered a strong match.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit architects consultants designers and specifiers to present product samples demonstrate performance characteristics and explain technical applications.


• Analyse drawings BOQs specifications and tender documents to validate material suitability and prepare accurate technical submissions.


• Recommend material alternatives thickness variations and specification adjustments to achieve the desired design performance cost and compliance.


• Prepare specification packages compliant submittals mock-ups test certificates and all project-related technical documentation.


• Conduct lunch-and-learns workshop presentations and hands-on product demonstrations at architect and consultant offices.


• Secure product approvals defend the specification during value-engineering discussions and support BOQ protection throughout the tender cycle.


• Provide pre-sales and post-sales technical support to clients including site inspections to verify installation quality and resolve technical issues.


• Maintain regular communication with procurement logistics operations and sales teams to ensure specification accuracy and project readiness.


• Stay updated on material standards industry certifications performance testing and regional regulatory requirements.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Architecture Mechanical Engineering or a related field.


• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in specification engineering technical sales or a client-facing technical role within the building materials sector.


• Strong understanding of surfacing materials panels architectural finishes or construction products.


• Advantageous backgrounds include estimation architecture interior design and project sales.


• Confident communicator with strong presentation and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to interpret technical drawings specifications and material schedules with high accuracy.


• Proficient in MS Office; working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit is an advantage.


• Based in Dubai or able to relocate; UAE driving licence preferred due to frequent client visits.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive tax-free salary based on experience


• Regular interaction with leading architects consultants and developers


• Exposure to high-profile commercial and residential projects in the UAE


• Strong career development pathway within the technical and commercial organisation

Similar Job Titles

• Technical Sales Engineer


• Project Sales Engineer
  
• Pre-Sales Consultant


• Application Engineer


• Technical Advisor Building Materials

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