Vuba
Architect Specifications Manager
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Architect Specifications Manager
Architect Specifications Manager – Resin Surfacing & Construction Sector
About Vuba – Who We Are
Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing manufacturers, Vuba, on your next career-defining journey. Founded in 2009 by entrepreneur Sean Scott, the company has transformed from a bold start-up into a global leader in resin surfacing products and specialist construction materials, proudly shipping to 60+ countries.
Our growth story is rapid and scalable:
- Revenue growth: £15m (2021) → £28m (2024) → Projected £70m (2026)
- National investment: £5m+ in manufacturing, automation, R&D and global logistics
- Recognition: Back-to-back King’s Awards for Innovation & International Trade, FT1000 Fastest Growing Companies and beyond
From Hull’s Fruit Market HQ to Vuba-efficient facilities in Melton, Beverley, Goole and globally via an Americas Distribution Centre in Virginia, we operate a fully integrated production-to-sales network. With a social media reach of 1M+ and a mission-driven team, we’re not just building materials—we’re shaping the future of sustainable, resilient surfacing in construction.
Why Join Vuba?
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to build your career in fast-paced innovation and collaborate in an environment that values your potential. We’re looking for driven, adaptable and ambitious individuals who thrive on challenge, curiosity and pushing boundaries.
If you: ✔ Aspire to shape a high-growth manufacturing business ✔ Want to work where ideas turn into clients, impact and promotions ✔ Crave a culture that empowers career development
Vuba could be the place to expand your expertise while shaping a leader in your field.
CEO Vision "We don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. If you’re prepared to work hard, think boldly and embrace the extraordinary, this is the equation for your future."
The Role: Architect Specifications Manager
Key Purpose: Drive seal deals and project conversions for Vuba and SureSet—two industry-leading brands in resin-bound and permeable surfacing—by strengthening market representation, delivering technical excellence and accelerating both brands’ growth across commercial, residential and public sectors.
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This role sits between designers, specifiers, contractors and developers, activated as the technical and commercial ambassador that:
- Builds rapports and secures design-stage trunkations
- Delivers CPDs, technical seminars and training
- Supports project stakeholders through specification, procurement and completion
- Complements Vuba’s rapid global expansion.
Primary Accountabilities: What You’ll Do
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Stakeholder & Client Engagement
- Cultivate relationships with architects, landscapers, developers, contractors and local authorities
- Convert contacts into high-value prospects across diverse sectors (education, healthcare, public realm, etc.)
- Attend exhibitions, industry events and trade shows to position Vuba as the market frontrunner
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Specification & Opportunity Pipeline
- Proactively identify project opportunities and track from concept through to completion
- Monitor and prioritise engagements to maximise conversion rates
- Liaise with internal teams (sales, marketing, operations) to drive revenue growth
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Technical & Commercial Delivery
- Present technical comparisons, material requirements and "best-practice" specifications
- Institute CPDs and data-backed proposals to persuade architecture firms and public sector buyers
- Remain visible as the trusted technical advisor post-sales as bids break down
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Brand Authority & Market Influence
- Strengthen Vuba’s recognition in commercial/industrial while growing SureSet’s delegation in permeable surfacing
- Represent brand priorities in live projects, including risk advocacy or site troubleshooting
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Operations & CRM Management
- Update CRM systems with prospect timelines, project updates and document tracking
- Stay ahead of market trends, competitor insight and emerging demand signals
Capability: What You Bring
You’ll shine in this role with:
✅ Stellar Persuasion: Keen communicator who builds trust, allays risks and inspires confidence in intricate technical uplift ✅ Output-Driven: Can assimilate competing priorities while tracking multiple KPIs (e.g., sales conversion rates, CPD attendance) ✅ Unshakable Resilience: Comfortable in confidence-earned roles where shown is better than told ✅ Technical Flair: Ability to translate resin and permeable surfacing specifications into practical design recommendations ✅ Relationship Instinct: Expert at understanding client psychology and tailoring messages for specifiers or public procurement
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Track Record & Experience
Ideal candidates hold:
- Experience in specification sales, technical sales or business development within construction, manufacturing or design
- Direct or indirect interaction with architects, contractors, governments or developers
- Proven track record in persuasive presentations or CPD sessions
- Understanding of NBS, industry specifications or procurement workflows
- Ability to draw insights from technical drawings, specifications and datasheets Sterling السرّ***: “I’ve lived and breathed surfacing applications and their commercial implications.”
Requirements
- Degree (or equivalent) welcomed from Construction, Architecture, Business or related fields
- Industry-recognised qualification in sales, project management or construction [notable status, e.g. Branch Pitch Piloting]
- Fully licensed to drive throughout the UK with business road-work flex*
Note: Travel can include client meetings across Great Britain.
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Vuba’s commitment to diversity, excellence and innovation means the benefits are just as impactful as your role:
📈 Career Growth: Unlimited potential in a business on a trajectory to £70m 🔥 Stakeholder Impact: Shape tomorrow’s construction landscape by being at the centre of its innovation 💡 Thought Leadership: Contribute to industry trends with a gross visibility portfolio 🏢 Work Culture: Collaboration reinvented meets entrepreneurial freedom 🤝 Talent Development: Bespoke growth plans facilitated to improve you in every career phase
Ready to Begin? If you’re prepared to thrive on difference, workout disruption and deliver exceptional outcomes around deeply technical solutions, start your future at Vuba today. Send your CV and a sharp note on why now is the exact time you’re ready to own your next play.
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