Project Specification Manager

Ecophon; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecophon, part of the Saint-Gobain group, is seeking a Project Specification Manager to enhance its specification team in Manchester. This role involves building strong relationships with architects and influencing project specifications, focusing on sustainability and design. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction specification or technical sales, along with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Job-sharing options

Support for part-time working

Qualifications

• Experience in construction specification or technical sales.
• Strong knowledge of the construction industry and RIBA stages.
• Passion for design and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and convert project specifications in the construction sector.
• Deliver CPD presentations and support to specifiers.
• Build relationships with architects and design influencers.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Commercial awareness

Technical influencing

Collaboration

Tools

CAD

Job description

At Saint-Gobain Ecophon, we are looking for a Project Specification Manager to join our specification team, working closely with architects, interior designers, acousticians and contractors. You will develop and manage strong relationships that influence system choice and maximise specification opportunities.

You'll play a key role in delivering Ecophon's value proposition to the market, aligning with our technical capabilities, sustainability goals and premium brand positioning - while supporting our sales and specification strategy across Manchester and Birmingham.

Ecophon is part of the Saint-Gobain group and is a specialist in acoustic solutions, that enhance wellbeing and performance in buildings. Ecophon partners closely with architects, designers and specifiers to deliver sustainable and design-led acoustic systems.

What we're looking for:

• Experience in construction specification or a technical sales environment
• Strong knowledge of the construction industry and RIBA stages
• Confident communicator with proven relationship-building skills
• Commercially aware with the ability to influence technical decision-makers
• A passion for design, sustainability and customer collaboration
• CAD experience is a plus, or a willingness to learn

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and convert project specifications within core and developing sectors
• Deliver CPD presentations and technical support to specifiers
• Build strong relationships with architects and design influencers
• Support the launch of new products and services into the market
• Collaborate with the wider sales and technical teams to deliver customer value
• Maintain an active project pipeline in line with specification KPIs

Are Ecophon and 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!