Specifications Engineer – Construction Chemicals

Job Summary

We are seeking a technical and results-driven Specifications Engineer – Construction Chemicals to drive product adoption, technical specifications, and consultant engagement across major civil engineering and building projects.

In this role, you will work closely with architects, consultants, structural engineers, and design teams to promote advanced construction chemical solutions, secure product inclusion in project Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and tenders, and provide end-to-end technical support from project inception through execution.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Specifications & Documentation: Develop and maintain technical specifications, datasheets, and design documentation aligned with specific project requirements and industry standards.
Consultant & Stakeholder Engagement: Identify and engage with key consultants, architects, and design engineers to advocate for and embed relevant construction chemical solutions.
BOQ & Tender Inclusions: Secure product inclusions in project BOQs, tenders, vendor lists, and technical specification documents.
Regulatory & R&D Liaison: Liaise with regulatory bodies, internal technical groups, and R&D teams to maintain full compliance with industry standards and building regulations.
Presentations & Technical Demonstrations: Conduct technical presentations, product demonstrations, seminars, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions for engineering and consultant teams.
Sales & Project Support: Support project and commercial sales teams with pre-sales technical guidance, post-sales coordination, and product application training.
Pipeline Management: Track and monitor project pipelines from initial design stages to execution, ensuring successful conversion from specified products to final sales.
Reporting: Prepare periodic status reports detailing specification activities, consultant coverage, and project conversion progress.

Candidate Profile

Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or an equivalent technical discipline.
Work Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar specifications, technical support, or engineering sales role—preferably within construction chemicals, building materials, or engineering consultancy.
Technical Domain Knowledge: Strong knowledge of construction materials, design standards, specification preparation, and building chemistry.
Key Competencies:
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving thinking.
- Excellent presentation, public speaking, and technical writing skills with the ability to engage technical audiences.
- Proficiency in MS Office and technical documentation tools.
- Effective stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation abilities.
- High level of detail orientation, professionalism, and the capability to manage multiple project streams simultaneously.

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