Technical Sales Manager - South

industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.

Technical Sales Manager

United Kingdom (Home‑Based with National Travel)
Division: European Stormwater
Be part of a team shaping the future of sustainable water management.
About Us

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in innovative stormwater solutions. With over 40 years of engineering excellence, we help customers manage water more effectively, reduce flood risk, improve water quality, and protect the environment. Operating across more than 40 countries, we partner with consultants, contractors, developers, and authorities to deliver sustainable, long‑term solutions.

As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are committed to safety, innovation and driving forward the stormwater industry.
About the Role

We're looking for a dynamic Technical Sales Manager to lead specification growth across the UK's stormwater sector. You will secure product specifications at design stage, influence key technical decisions, and help position Hydro's industry‑leading technologies across a wide range of infrastructure, residential and commercial projects.

This is a high‑impact, customer‑facing role for someone who thrives on building relationships, presenting technical solutions, and driving strategic commercial outcomes.
What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive specification sales plan for the UK stormwater sector.
• Secure specification positions by engaging designers, engineers, local authorities and major contractors.
• Build and maintain a strong project pipeline, ensuring all opportunities are tracked through CRM.
• Deliver CPD presentations to engineering and architectural practices.
• Represent Hydro at trade shows, seminars, exhibitions and key industry events.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales Managers to support accurate forecasting and project conversion.
• Work closely with technical, proposals and customer service teams to ensure seamless solution delivery.
• Provide valuable insights on market needs, competitor activity and future opportunities.
• Ensure all responsibilities comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act and ISO 9001 standards.

What We're Looking For
Technical & Sector Expertise

• Strong experience in technical solution selling
• Understanding of Civils, Infrastructure, Residential & Commercial construction markets
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and design documents

Sales & Influencing Skills

• Proven ability to secure specifications and develop project opportunities
• Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills
• Ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders at all levels

Personal Attributes

• Highly self‑motivated, organised, and capable of managing a large territory
• Professional, collaborative, and customer‑focused
• Results‑driven with excellent time‑management skills

Experience & Qualifications

Required:

• Experience in technical sales within the construction sector (Civils/Infrastructure preferred)

• Proven track record in specification‑led sales

• Experience delivering CPDs or technical presentations

• CRM experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365 desirable)

Preferred:

• Experience in stormwater, drainage or environmental engineering
• Knowledge of SuDS, stormwater legislation and planning frameworks

Tools & Technology

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM
• Digital project intelligence systems (e.g., Barbour ABI)
• MS Office and digital presentation platforms

Why Join Us?

• Work for a respected, global engineering‑led organisation

• Join a market‑leading stormwater team with exceptional growth potential

• Opportunity to influence the future of sustainable water management across the UK

• Hybrid home‑based role with national engagement

• Supportive, professional culture backed by CRH Infrastructure Products

What Hydro International Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

• Highly competitive salary package

• Comprehensive secondary benefits

• Significant contribution to your pension plan

• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

Connect your future to CRH

We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.

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Please contact our recruitment team at [email protected] .

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