Technical Consultant

Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland; East Leake; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland is seeking a Technical Consultant to join our Technical Support team, delivering expert guidance and bespoke specification solutions across British Gypsum and Isover drylining systems.

You will collaborate with architects, contractors and internal teams to resolve technical enquiries, ensure compliance with building regulations and provide clear, practical advice across UK projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, design, specification or technical support roles.
• Strong understanding of building regulations and performance criteria (fire safety, acoustics, structural, thermal).
• Excellent communication: explain complex technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive and organized; able to manage multiple technical inquiries and priorities.
• Enjoy problem solving and collaborating with external customers (architects, main contractors, developers) and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice and bespoke specification solutions across British Gypsum and Isover drylining systems.
• Support architects and construction professionals with guidance on regulations and system design.
• Collaborate with sales and internal teams to deliver accurate, commercially effective solutions.
• Manage technical inquiries via written and verbal communication, delivering clear, timely responses.
• Continuously update knowledge of construction standards and company systems to keep advice current.

Skills

Construction industry experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

At British Gypsum and Isover we are looking for a Technical Consultant to join our Technical Support team, helping to deliver expert technical guidance, specification support and tailored solutions across our drylining systems.

You will work closely with both internal colleagues and external professionals to develop bespoke technical solutions that support a wide range of projects, including large-scale commercial builds. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, working collaboratively, and making a real impact on construction projects across the UK.

British Gypsum and Isover are part of Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland, a global leader in light and sustainable construction providing market-leading solutions for drylining, insulation and interior systems, supporting projects of all sizes with innovative products and expert technical advice.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience working in the construction industry, ideally within a design, specification or technical support role.
• Strong understanding of building regulations and technical performance requirements, including fire safety, acoustics, structural and thermal performance.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical information clearly to a variety of stakeholders
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple technical enquiries and prioritise effectively.
• Someone who enjoys problem solving and working collaboratively with external customers, including architects, main contractors and residential developers, and internal teams.

What you will be doing:

• Providing technical advice and bespoke specification solutions for customers and internal stakeholders across British Gypsum and Isover drylining systems.
• Supporting architects, main contractors and construction professionals with guidance on regulations, product performance and system design.
• Collaborating closely with sales teams and internal departments to ensure customers receive accurate and commercially effective solutions.
• Managing technical enquiries through written and verbal communication, delivering clear, timely and high-quality responses.
• Continuously developing your knowledge of construction standards, legislation and British Gypsum and Isover systems to ensure advice remains accurate and up to date.

Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in 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?

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. Whilst we can’t promise to meet every request when we’re recruiting, 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!