Specification Manager (Construction)

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading specialist in Building Envelope is seeking a Specification Manager to influence technical designs with Architects and Engineers. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, enabling you to focus on technical influence without sales pressure. You will gain autonomy and credibility while shaping standards in the industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in Building Systems and strong CPD delivery skills.

Benefits

Bonus (15% of salary, paid quarterly)

Car or allowance

33 days' holiday

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven track record influencing specifications in Building Systems, Facade, Masonry Support or Brickwork.
• Confident presenter with strong CPD delivery skills.
• Existing industry contacts are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Own specification strategy and deliver CPDs to designers.
• Write specifications for compliant designs across various systems.
• Collaborate with sales and maintain CRM project records.

Skills

Influencing specifications

CPD delivery

Building Systems knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Specification Manager (Facades / Building Envelope)

£50,000-£55,000 basic + bonus (15% of salary, paid quarterly) + car/allowance + 33 days' holiday + health cash plan

The Role

• Own specification strategy, deliver CPDs, and influence compliant designs at concept stage.
• Deliver CPDs and technical presentations to Architects, Engineers and Consultants.
• Write specifications and support compliant designs across masonry support, cavity trays, lintels and facade systems.
• Build and maintain high-level relationships at design stage.
• Handover secured specifications to the sales team for delivery.
• Collaborate with the Specification Manager and Area Sales Managers, feeding into campaigns and keeping CRM project records up to date.
• Attend key industry exhibitions and occasional evening/weekend CPD events (with overnight stays where required).

The Benefits

• £50,000-£55,000 base + bonus worth c.£8,000 (15% annual salary, paid quarterly).
• Car or allowance, full expenses covered.
• 33 days' holiday, health cash plan, life assurance.
• High-autonomy Specification Manager position with direct impact.

The Company

Market-leading specialist in the Building Envelope (masonry support, cavity trays, lintels, facade systems).

Backed by a fast-growing international group. Specification function runs independently from sales - your focus is purely technical influence and relationship building.

The Person

• Proven track record influencing specifications in Building Systems, Facade, Masonry Support or Brickwork.
• Confident presenter with strong CPD delivery skills.
• Midlands/North base, comfortable covering Birmingham upwards.
• Existing industry contacts are an advantage; credible, relationship-led, commercially aware.

This is a role built for people who enjoy shaping standards and influencing technical decisions. You'll gain autonomy, credibility and the chance to lead conversations with Architects and Engineers at the highest level - without the pressure of chasing sales. With a company expanding rapidly on a global scale, it's a genuine platform for career growth and status.

Keywords

Specification Manager, Technical Manager, Building Envelope, Masonry Support, Facade, Brickwork, Cladding, Lintels, Cavity Trays, Building Systems, Specifications, Architects, Engineers, CPD, Technical Presentations, Midlands, North, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds