National Technical Specification Manager in Derby

Job Title: National Technical Specification Manager Location: UK National Role (field based with travel) Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 basic (DOE) + bonus Benefits: Company car or car allowance, performance bonus, pension, holiday allowance, laptop and phone, ongoing technical and professional development Reporting to: Managing Director The Role An experienced National Technical Specification Manager is required to secure and convert product specifications on national construction and engineering projects. The role focuses on consultant and contractor engagement, early-stage project involvement and delivery of engineered and BIM-enabled solutions across a specialist product portfolio. This is a senior, commercially focused technical role, combining specification sales, project tracking, BIM engagement and internal technical leadership. Key Responsibilities Consultant and Contractor Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with key national consultants, contractors and influencers Act as the primary point of contact for all specification-related enquiries Deliver CPDs, technical presentations and product demonstrations, including BIM-led sessions Promote the full product portfolio and technical capabilities to consulting engineers and design teams Specification and Project Management Identify and track national and regional projects at early design stage Manage live projects from specification through to order using CRM systems Secure product specifications with consultants, engineers, architects and contractors Protect specifications through value engineering and tender stages Maintain accurate records of BIM files, datasheets, certifications and digital content usage Technical Sales Support * Work closely with regional Business Development Managers to convert specifications into orders * Provide technical project support and value engineering solutions * Interpret engineering drawings, valve schedules, schematics and take-offs * Deliver technical training to internal teams and external customers Product Data and Documentation * Maintain in-depth knowledge of product ranges, industry standards and regulations * Oversee creation and maintenance of specification documentation including datasheets, O&M manuals, warranties, sustainability documentation and certifications * Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure documentation remains accurate and up to date * Ensure all required approvals and certifications are current, including WRAS where applicable * Provide feedback to senior management on market trends, customer requirements and product development opportunities BIM and Digital Specification * Promote in-house BIM capability to consultants and customers to generate specification leads * Support the business in working towards ISO 19650 / BIM accreditation * Monitor industry trends in BIM adoption, digital construction standards and Revit content requirements * Review competitor BIM tools and digital engagement strategies and provide structured feedback Skills and Experience * Proven experience in a technical specification, design sales or national technical role * Strong background engaging with consultants, contractors and design engineers * Excellent understanding of specification sales and project lifecycle management * Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation * Strong presentation and CPD delivery skills * Commercially aware with a consultative sales approach * Confident using CRM systems and digital project tracking tools Desirable * Experience within valves, instrumentation, building services or engineered products * BIM knowledge and experience working with Revit content * Familiarity with industry standards, certifications and compliance requirements * Full UK driving licence Personal Attributes * Professional, credible and technically confident * Well organised with strong attention to detail * Proactive and commercially minded * Comfortable working autonomously in a national role