Specification Consultant- Scotland
AG is recruiting a Specification Consultant for Scotland —a pivotal role designed to drive growth by increasing specifications for AG’s paving and hard landscaping solutions. This is more than a technical position; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of AG’s presence in Scotland's construction landscape. If you’re a relationship builder, a confident presenter, and passionate about innovative solutions, this could be your next career move.
🌍 Why this role matters:
AG is expanding rapidly and needs someone who can:
Build strong relationships with landscape architects, architects, and specifiers.
Deliver engaging CPD presentations and technical sessions.
Identify new project opportunities and secure AG product specifications.
Collaborate closely with sales and marketing to convert specifications into orders and showcase flagship projects.
❤️ What we care about:
That you’re driven, reliable, and self-motivated.
That you thrive on networking and influencing others.
That you embody AG’s values: Integrity, Sustainability, Customer Care, Wellbeing, and Innovation.
That you’re committed to continuous improvement and making a real impact in the built environment.
😊 What you’ll bring:
Experience in specification roles within hard landscaping or building products.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Technical competence and commercial awareness.
Willingness on occasion to travel with some overnight stays required.
A positive attitude and confidence to work independently or as part of a team.
🙌 What you'll get:
A highly competitive salary
Company Car or Car Allowance
31 days of holidays with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days and the potential to earn more based on length of service
Health Care Cash Plan
5% employer pension contributions with an option for salary pension exchange
Life assurance at twice your salary
Company Sick Pay
Enjoy a half day off for your birthday and so much more!
About the role
Key Responsibilities:
Promote AG’s paving and landscaping products to architects and specifiers.
Deliver CPD presentations and technical sessions to groups and individuals.
Plan and manage client meetings and professional development activities.
Use CRM to manage contacts and track specification growth.
Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
Provide feedback to inform new product development.
Support clients and sales teams with technical advice on-site.
Advocate for AG’s culture and values in all interactions.
Please see the attached JD for a full list of Key Duties and Responsibilities.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Good geographical knowledge of the region.
- 5 GCSE’s including English & Math’s grade A-C.
- Computer literate.
- Driving Licence
- Previous experience in a specification role involving hard landscaping and building product specification.
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to recognise commercial opportunities and develop new business
Desired criteria
- A-Levels / Degree Qualification
- Knowledge of the construction industry
- Experience of SuDS
- Experience of RIBA Stages
- Understanding of BS 7533-101
AG Paving and Building Products
Established 65 years ago AG Paving and Building Products Limited is a renowned and respected designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of best in class walling, paving and facing brick for the commercial and domestic markets across the UK and Ireland. In Britain our products are sold through Builders Merchants, whilst in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland we sell through our own wholly-owned outlets as well as a number of other carefully chosen retail partners and Builders Merchants.
Since our establishment 65 years ago at AG Paving and Building Products Limited, we have sought to provide opportunities for our team to build careers – rather than just hold down a job. Our people matter to us. We care about their wellbeing and we want to see them become the very best they can be. We are delighted that many of our employees have been with us for considerable periods and, as a result of their commitment and our support, many have moved through the ranks to management level and beyond.
Our benefits
We provide tailored personal development plans and hands-on support from experienced mentors to ensure our team members can flourish in whatever part of the business they are employed. Within modern day construction there are fantastic opportunities for those with backgrounds in technology, engineering, marketing and sales as well as traditional manufacturing skills.