Project Specification Manager

Saint Gobain; England; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider is seeking a Project Specification Manager to work remotely in the London & South East area. This role involves engaging with key specifiers and contractors to deliver system solutions and improve product offerings. Ideal candidates will have technical specification understanding and experience in the construction industry. The role requires travel for client visits and offers flexibility in working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand technical specification documents.
• Experience in the construction project delivery process.
• Skill in networking and influencing stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide market insights to inform stakeholders.
• Deliver commercially compliant system solutions.
• Develop new products and services.
• Conduct CPD presentations.
• Identify specification opportunities.
• Strengthen subcontractor relationships.

Skills

Technical specification understanding

Construction process knowledge

Networking and relationship building

Knowledge of fire, structures & acoustic tests

Job description

At Saint‑Gobain Interior Solutions we are looking for a Project Specification Manager to work in our Retrofit and Refurbishment team. You will be engaging and consulting with key specifiers, specialist engineers/consultants and main contractors to influence and agree a full system proposition.

Saint‑Gobain Interior Solutions is one of 30 Saint‑Gobain brands; our purpose is to make the world a better home for all by creating high‑performance drylining and insulation solutions that care for people and the planet. We will do this with the expertise and know‑how of British Gypsum and Isover.

This role is a remote role, covering London & South East - you would likely be out on visits up-to‑7 days a month and must be willing to travel.

What we’re looking for:

• Understanding of technical specification documents such as; construction drawings and details
• Understanding of the construction process - especially understanding construction project delivery methods and associated decision‑making influencers
• An ability to network, build relationships and influence key stakeholders
• Knowledge & understanding of fire, structures & acoustic test reports

What you will be doing:

• Feedback market and customer insight to inform, support and challenge internal and external stakeholders both technically and commercially
• Providing commercially and technically compliant system solutions within prioritised projects
• Improvement of existing and development of new products and services
• Delivering CPD presentations to customer and clients
• Identifying specification opportunities
• Ensuring specialist sub‑contractor relationships are strengthened

Are Saint‑Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint‑Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high‑performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint‑Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint‑Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job‑sharing, part‑time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!