Technical Specification Manager

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Technical Specification Manager in Maidstone to provide expert support in the building materials sector. This role involves managing technical enquiries, drafting specifications, and delivering presentations to architects. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and experience in the building materials industry. This position offers competitive benefits, including an annual bonus and generous paid leave.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar technical specification role within the building materials industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of external wall insulation and façade renders.
• Ability to manage and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day technical enquiries via various channels.
• Source information for drafting project specifications.
• Create and deliver CPDs to architects and applicators.
• Identify and target potential architects and specifiers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical knowledge of building materials

Proficiency in drafting specifications

Relationship building

Job description

Overview

Our client, a well-established leader in the building materials industry, is seeking a Technical Specification Manager to join their UK team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving their success. As the Technical Specification Manager, you will be the senior point of contact for all technical enquiries, providing expert support to various internal teams and customers. Your core focus will be to fill the project pipeline with specifications for pending projects, adding value to architects and specifiers, and supporting applicators with tailored specification clauses. You will also directly manage the Technical Sales Executive, offering guidance and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Handle general day-to-day technical enquiries via phone calls, emails, and social media, including supporting with U-Value Calculations
• Source information from BDMs and customers for potential or secured projects to support drafting project specifications
• Update and maintain the existing Drawing Pack and create bespoke Drawing Details for individual large projects
• Create and deliver RIBA-accredited and non-RIBA-accredited CPDs to architects and new applicators
• Liaise with associations and other manufacturers to include the company’s products/logo in others’/partners’ specifications/websites
• Support the PM team with NP projects and certification/trade body purposes
• Record and publish the Technical Specification, agreed achievements and deliverables monthly
• Identify and target potential architects, specifiers, and contractors involved in EWI and render projects
• Establish and nurture relationships with industry decision-makers
• Network, attend industry events, and arrange meetings to promote products and services
• Educate stakeholders about the benefits and features of EWI and render, demonstrating compliance with building codes and standards
• Work closely with architects and specifiers to ensure product specification, providing technical support and solutions
• Monitor industry trends, competitors’ activities, and regulatory changes

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar technical specification role within the building materials industry
• Strong technical knowledge of external wall insulation, façade renders and paints, internal plasters, and healthy living solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Proficiency in drafting technical specifications and creating detailed drawings
• Experience in delivering CPDs and presentations to architects and applicators
• Ability to manage and mentor junior team members
• Keen eye for industry trends and regulatory changes
• Willingness to travel and attend industry events

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30 am–5:00 pm and Friday 8:30 am–2:30 pm