Technical Specification Advisor

Saint-Gobain Glass; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading glass solutions company is seeking a part-time Technical Specification Advisor to provide technical calculations and support architects. This hybrid role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Join a global leader and contribute to exciting architectural projects across the UK.

Benefits

Flexible, part-time hours

Hybrid working

Innovation in glass solutions

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in glass, construction, or engineering.
• Proven ability to carry out technical calculations and use relevant software tools.
• Knowledge of building regulations, specifications, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence working directly with architects and clients.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver accurate technical calculations using specialist software.
• Support architects and specifiers with technical queries and compliance.
• Provide technical input at early design stages for glass solutions.
• Prepare and present CPD seminars to architects and specifiers.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Technical background in glass, construction, or engineering

Technical calculations

Building regulations knowledge

Communication and presentation skills

Time management

Education

A-level Maths (or equivalent)

Tools

Mepla

Calcumen

Acoustic Calculator

Job description

Overview

Technical Specification Advisor – Location: Hybrid - Eggborough (with remote working). Hours: 20-24 per week.

Part-Time Technical Advisor to join our technical team. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine technical expertise with client-facing collaboration, working on exciting architectural projects across the UK.

The Role

As a Calculations Specialist, you will:

• Prepare and deliver accurate technical calculations using specialist software (e.g., Mepla, Calcumen, Acoustic Calculator etc).
• Support architects and specifiers with technical queries and ensure compliance with the latest building and glazing regulations.
• Provide technical input at early design stages, helping clients identify the right glass solutions.
• Prepare and present Continuous Professional Development (CPD) seminars to architects and specifiers as well as carrying out training to internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including architects and contractors, to promote Saint-Gobain\'s glass processing and high-performance product range.
• Deliver seminars and contribute to team meetings to share knowledge and keep stakeholders updated.

What We\'re Looking For

• Strong technical background in glass, construction, or engineering.
• Proven ability to carry out technical calculations and use relevant software tools.
• Knowledge of building regulations, specifications, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence working directly with architects and clients.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Qualifications: A-level Maths (or equivalent) as a minimum; further technical qualifications desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible, part-time hours (20-24 per week).
• Hybrid working - part remote, with office base at Eggborough.
• Be part of a global leader in innovative glass solutions.

If you\'re technically minded, passionate about high-performance building materials, and looking for a part-time role that balances flexibility with impact, we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the buildings of tomorrow with Saint-Gobain Glass UK.

Inclusion and Flexibility

Are Saint-Gobain Inclusive employer?

We\'re working hard to be, and we\'re keen to hire talented people regardless of their background, abilities, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, taste in music, fashion sense or anything else that makes you, you!

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, and at Saint-Gobain we are open to new ways of working in order to attract talented people to our business. We understand that everyone has different needs and commitments. Therefore, we are very open to discuss any flexible requirement or need that you may have for this role. We can\'t guarantee to meet all requests for flexibility when we are recruiting, but we promise to listen.