Your new company
You'll be joining a leading UK manufacturer of advanced electrical heating solutions, known for delivering high‑quality, energy‑efficient products to the residential and commercial markets. The business has a strong reputation for innovation, compliance and technical expertise, partnering closely with architects, consultants, developers and contractors to deliver heating systems for major projects across the built environment. With continued growth across the southern region, they are now expanding their specification function to increase market penetration and project influence.
Your new role
As the Specification Sales Manager, you will drive the regional specification strategy for the South of the UK, ensuring the company's electrical heating solutions are successfully adopted at the earliest stages of project design.
In this senior role, you will:
Build strong relationships with architects, consultants, developers and contractors to secure early‑stage specifications.
Identify key project opportunities and create pull‑through across design, tender and installation stages.
Work collaboratively with sales, marketing and product teams to align insights and develop market‑relevant propositions.
Monitor industry trends, competitor activity and regulatory updates affecting electrical heating and building services.
Represent the company at sector events and professional bodies to strengthen visibility and influence.
Provide clear performance analysis, forecasts and market recommendations to senior leadership.
Ensure compliance with relevant UK regulations, standards and internal procedures.You'll report directly to senior commercial leadership and play a pivotal role in shaping the company's growth trajectory.
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience in a senior specification‑based, technical or commercial role within the construction or building services arena.
Strong understanding of the UK specification process, particularly within M&E, heating or building technologies.
Excellent communication, influencing and presentation skills with credibility across design and construction stakeholders.
Strategic thinking with the ability to turn market insight into practical action plans.
A driven, proactive mindset and the ability to navigate complex project environments.
Willingness to travel across the southern UK region.
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary of £55,000 - £80,000 depending on experience, plus benefits.
A senior, strategic role with the autonomy to shape direction and influence major projects.
A forward‑thinking, supportive culture with strong technical backing and product reputation.
Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a rapidly expanding manufacturer.
The chance to build valuable relationships across the architectural, M&E and construction communities.What you need to do now
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