Specifications Manager
About Bender UK Bender UK designs and delivers innovative electrical safety and monitoring solutions across healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure environments. We are proud of our values Dedication, Excellence, Trust, and Teamwork which guide how we work with customers and each other every day. Role Purpose The Technical Specification Manager is Bender's technical authority and trusted adviser to consulting engineers,designersand specifiers across Ireland. The role ensures Bender solutions are specified at the earliest stage of projects in healthcare and other safety-critical sectors, building long-term practice-level relationships and influencing design decisions through evidence and technicalexpertise. Owning the consultant engagement plan and specification strategy for the Ireland territory, the role turns early technical influence into qualified opportunities, with a clear, documented handover to Sales for commercial progression and to Operations for delivery Key Responsibilities Own the engagement plan for the Ireland consultant territory (currently 107 accounts), prioritising by influence, sector, liveprojectsand growth potential. Build practice-level relationships with consultants, designers, healthcare estates teams and contractors, and reactivate strategically valuable dormant accounts. Engage at the earliest project stage to understand design intent, operational risk,standardsand client requirements. Prepare Bender-aligned specifications and technical submissions, and review drawings and tender documents for risks,omissionsand opportunities. Support Sales with technical positioning, projectintelligenceand opportunity qualification, handing over to Sales and Operations through a documented process without taking commercial ownership. Deliver CPDs, workshops, product demonstrations and standardsupdatesto consultants,customersand internal teams. Keep Salesforceaccurateand up to date, including engagement activity, specification status, influencedpipelineand consultant data quality. Monitor standards, marketrequirementsand competitor activity, feeding back to Product Management and Bender technical teams. Develop opportunities beyond healthcare in critical infrastructure, energy and utilities, manufacturing,eMobilityand rail. Act as a trusted technical authority, ensuring all technical advice is evidence-based and aligned with approved product data. What good looks like at Bender UK Dedicationto building long-term consultant relationships and persisting through long specification cycles. Excellencein technical judgement, specification writing and the quality of every submission. Trustearned by being credible, evidence-based and consultative, influencing without sales pressure. Teamworkin action, working closely with Sales, Operations, Product Management, Marketing and Technical Support to turn specifications into successful projects. Skills & Experience Essential Relevant electrical engineering, building services or power systems qualification, or equivalent practical experience. Experience in technical specification, consulting engineering, electrical design, projectengineeringor technically led sales. Strong understanding of electrical distribution, monitoring,protectionand electrical safety.Ability to interpret drawings,specificationsand technical documentation. Strong presentation, report-writingand stakeholder-influencing skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to qualify opportunities. Excellent time management,prioritisationand ability to work independently. High attention to detail and technical integrity. Clean driving licence and ability to travel throughout Ireland. Desirable Experience in healthcare electrical infrastructure, medical IT systems or critical-power applications. Knowledge of insulation monitoring, residual currentmonitoringand related applications. Experience delivering CPDs or technical training. Experience using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce. Why this role is important The Technical Specification Manager sits at the centre of Bender's activity in Ireland, connecting what consultants and end users need with what Bender's internal teams can do. By influencing early design decisions and making sure specifications are technically correct, the role builds a higher-quality pipeline, reduces risk and rework,opens upopportunities in newsectorsand supports sustainable, profitable growth. Benefits: Work From Home Performance Bonus Private Medical Holiday Purchase Scheme Discounts Company Car
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