[Hiring] Specification Consultant @Allegion

Role Description

The Specification Consultant will provide professional door hardware specification services to the architectural community as a “pull through” sales strategy to penetrate the market. This includes:

• Creating hardware sets
• Editing an Allegion master specification
• Reviewing shop drawings of distributor submittals
• Providing expert analysis on product applications for projects in various markets

What You Will Do:

• Create technical hardware sets and specifications for the architectural community, including code compliance for new construction projects as well as aftermarket requests.
• Provide solutions to architects on product application requirements.
• Participate in pre and post installation meetings as needed.
• Assist with revisions, access control coordination, and requests for information during all phases of the project.
• Communicate strategic project information to Architectural Services Consultant to assist in the formation of a project strategy for the sales force.
• Communicate project changes that may impact specification and sales strategy, maintain 2-way communication with Architectural Services Consultant and Sales Team.
• Exhibit an intermediate understanding of electro-mechanical products and solutions including access control and software.
• Communicate door hardware coordination requirements and/or conflicts, such as access control, electrical requirements, and specialty doors.
• Work in conjunction with Architectural Services Consultant to provide a positive customer experience and deliver on project commitments.
• Maintain excellent industry/competitor product knowledge by reviewing and understanding market data of competitive activity.
• Utilize CRM and Specification Writing software and collaboration tools.
• Maintain awareness of all Allegion policies, guidelines, and procedures and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3-10 years industry experience preferred.
• CDT Credential preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electronic solutions, including options spanning from mechanical access/egress control to total facility preferred.
• Intermediate understanding of electricity and electronic components.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience influencing others with a bias for action.
• Strong customer focus.
• Continuing education in progress towards attaining AHC credential through DHI; DHT certification preferred.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy”.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off.
• A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Health Savings Accounts – Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses.
• Disability Insurance – Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury.
• Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Voluntary Wellness Program – Simply complete wellness activities and earn monetary rewards.
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work.
• Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can “serve others, not yourself”.
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching.