Be part of our team

We are looking for a commercially aware Project Consultant to develop and manage project specifications across the UK construction market. In this role, you will work closely with architects, façade engineers and contractors to ensure Guthrie Douglas shading systems are considered, specified and delivered on major building projects.

This is a relationship-led role focused on guiding projects from early concept through to completion. You will combine technical understanding with clear communication and practical problem solving, helping designers and project teams arrive at solutions that perform both technically and commercially.

What you’ll be doing

• Specification Development: Engage with architects, façade engineers and contractors to introduce and specify Guthrie Douglas systems on new construction projects.

• Pipeline Management: Create and maintain a strong project pipeline, tracking opportunities from initial concept through specification, tender and order stage.

• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key specifiers, industry stakeholders and delivery partners across the UK construction market.

• Technical Consultation: Provide technical advice to designers and project teams at all stages of a project. This may include reviewing façade performance, mechanical requirements, aesthetic considerations and control systems.

• Project Coordination: Work closely with internal sales, technical and marketing teams to ensure projects are accurately tracked, quoted and delivered.

• Market Development: Develop and deliver a clear business plan aligned with the company’s sales strategy for the UK specification market.

• Industry Engagement: Represent the business at presentations, training sessions, industry events and exhibitions, helping to strengthen relationships and build awareness within the sector.

• Order Support: Review technical and commercial details of project orders, ensuring all information is complete and accurate to support a smooth handover to delivery teams.

What We’re Looking For

Experience

Experience in specification sales within building products, façade systems, solar shading or a closely related industry.

Experience working with architects, façade engineers, contractors or consultants within the construction sector.

A proven track record of developing project opportunities and converting specifications into orders.

Technical understanding

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Understanding of building envelope construction, materials and façade systems.

Familiarity with construction project processes from early design through to project delivery.

Skills

• Strong commercial awareness and practical decision making.
• Clear and persuasive written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build trusted relationships across a wide range of industry stakeholders.
• Confident presentation and specification writing skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook.

Qualifications

• Technical, engineering or construction-related qualification desirable.
• Further qualifications related to construction or the built environment would be advantageous.

Why Join Us?

You will be joining a specialist engineering business known for solving complex shading challenges in ambitious buildings. Working closely with designers and construction professionals, you will help shape how our systems are integrated into projects while developing long-term relationships across the industry.

Location: London, UK
Salary: £competitive
Department: Sales
Reports to: Group Sales Director

To apply for this role, please send your CV and cover letter to our HR consultant: gemma.long@guthriedouglas.com