Specification Manager (Construction)

Roundhouse Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Specification Manager to focus on technical influence and relationship building in the Building Envelope sector. You will deliver CPDs, write specifications for Facade and Brickwork systems, and collaborate with a national team. The role offers autonomy, a competitive salary, and benefits including a quarterly bonus and health plan, with the chance for significant career growth in a rapidly expanding company.

Benefits

£50,000-£55,000 base + quarterly bonus

Car or allowance

33 days' holiday

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven track record influencing specifications in Building Systems, Facade or Brickwork.
• Existing industry contacts are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver CPDs and technical presentations to Architects, Engineers and Consultants.
• Write specifications and support compliant designs for Facade, Brickwork and Structural systems.
• Build and maintain high-level relationships at design stage.
• Handover secured specifications to sales.

Skills

Confident presenter

Strong CPD delivery skills

Relationship-building

Commercial awareness

Job description

Overview

Specification Manager - Facade / Brickwork

Midlands / North (field-based, HQ support)

£50,000-£55,000 basic + quarterly bonus + car/allowance + 33 days' holiday + health cash plan

Own specification strategy, deliver CPDs, and influence compliant designs at concept stage. This Specification Manager role offers autonomy, status, and the chance to shape high-profile projects without sales chasing.

The Benefits

• £50,000-£55,000 base + quarterly bonus
• 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
• Backed by a fast-growing international group
• Specification function runs independently from sales, so you focus purely on technical influence and relationship building

The Role

• Deliver CPDs and technical presentations to Architects, Engineers and Consultants
• Write specifications and support compliant designs for Facade, Brickwork and Structural systems
• Build and maintain high-level relationships at design stage
• Handover secured specifications to sales (separate team)
• Collaborate with the National Specification Manager for mentorship and best practice

The Person

• Proven track record influencing specifications in Building Systems, Facade or Brickwork
• Confident presenter with strong CPD delivery skills
• Midlands/North base, comfortable covering Birmingham upwards
• Existing industry contacts 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, Facade, Brickwork, Cladding, Building Systems, Specifications, Architects, Engineers, CPD, Technical Presentations, Midlands, North, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds