Graduate Technical Sales Executive

Concrete Preservation Technologies Ltd; Long Eaton; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related annual bonus

Employee-Owned Trust bonus scheme

23 days holiday, rising with service

Full technical and commercial training

Clear career progression

Job summary

Concrete Preservation Technologies Limited (CPT) based in Long Eaton, Nottingham, is seeking a Graduate Technical Sales Executive to join our growing commercial team. No previous sales experience is required—we provide full training and structured career development.

In this role you will learn about reinforced concrete deterioration and cathodic protection, prepare technical quotations, support clients with expert advice and build long‑term relationships with engineers, asset owners and

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM subject (essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Right to work in the UK
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence speaking with clients, trade workers, engineering teams and senior managers

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of reinforced concrete deterioration, corrosion mechanisms and cathodic protection systems.
• Learn CPT's range of specialist corrosion protection products and engineering services.
• Prepare technical quotations, budget estimates and proposals for clients.
• Support customers by providing technical advice on corrosion protection solutions.
• Build long-term relationships with consulting engineers, asset owners and specialist contractors.
• Attend client meetings, technical presentations and industry events across the UK.
• Work with Design, Surveys and Technical teams to develop practical engineering solutions.
• Identify new business opportunities and support growth of the business.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and assist with sales forecasting.
• Develop into a trusted technical advisor capable of managing your own client portfolio.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Client conversation

Organisation & time management

Willingness to learn

Commercial mindset

Independent working

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural/Materials Engineering or related STEM

Full UK Driving Licence

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Concrete Preservation Technologies Limited (CPT) is looking for an ambitious and motivated Graduate Technical Sales Executive to join our growing commercial team based in Long Eaton, Nottingham.

This is an exciting opportunity for a STEM graduate looking to develop a career that combines engineering, technical problem-solving and business development. No previous sales experience is required—we provide full technical and commercial training, mentoring and a structured career development programme.

Working alongside our experienced engineers and sales team, you will learn how to provide specialist corrosion protection solutions to some of the UK's largest infrastructure owners, consultants and specialist contractors.

The Role

As a Graduate Technical Sales Executive, you will:

• Develop an understanding of reinforced concrete deterioration, corrosion mechanisms and cathodic protection systems.
• Learn CPT's range of specialist corrosion protection products and engineering services.
• Prepare technical quotations, budget estimates and proposals for clients.
• Support customers by providing technical advice on corrosion protection solutions.
• Build long-term relationships with consulting engineers, asset owners and specialist contractors.
• Attend client meetings, technical presentations and industry events throughout the UK.
• Work closely with our Design, Surveys and Technical teams to develop practical engineering solutions.
• Identify new business opportunities and support the continued growth of the business.
• Maintain accurate records using our CRM system and assist with sales forecasting.
• Develop into a trusted technical advisor capable of managing your own client portfolio.

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine engineering knowledge with commercial skills, providing excellent long-term career prospects within a rapidly growing specialist engineering business.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, personable and keen to build a long-term career.

Ideally you will have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Construction Management or another STEM discipline.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence speaking with clients, trade workers, engineering teams, and senior managers, both over the phone and face-to-face.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A willingness to learn technical engineering concepts.
• A commercial mindset with an interest in business development.
• The ability to work independently whilst also contributing to a collaborative team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to travel throughout the UK when required.

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM subject (essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Right to work in the UK

At CPT we invest heavily in our people.

You will receive structured training covering:

• Corrosion of reinforced concrete
• Concrete investigation techniques
• Technical specification writing
• Consultative technical sales
• Presentation and negotiation skills
• CRM and account management
• Product application and installation methods

As your experience grows, you will progress towards managing your own client base and major infrastructure projects.

What We Offer

• Performance-related annual bonus
• Employee-Owned Trust bonus scheme
• 23 days holiday, rising with service, plus bank holidays
• Full technical and commercial training
• Clear career progression
• The opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects
• A supportive, employee-owned culture where your development genuinely matters

Location

Long Eaton, Nottingham

Hybrid working available following successful completion of probation.

Frequent UK travel with occasional overnight stays.

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About CPT

At Concrete Preservation Technologies (CPT), we are committed to protecting and extending the life of critical infrastructure worldwide. Guided by sustainability and innovation, we deliver advanced corrosion protection systems, technical consultancy and specialist engineering solutions for reinforced concrete structures.

Our team works across highways, rail, marine, buildings, multi-storey car parks, power stations and other critical infrastructure throughout the UK and internationally.

As an Employee-Owned Trust, every member of staff shares directly in the success of the business and plays an important role in shaping its future.

This is far more than a graduate sales role. It is an opportunity to become a specialist technical consultant within a rapidly growing engineering business, developing expertise in one of the UK's most niche and rewarding sectors.

Learn more about us at: www.cp-tech.co.uk