Architectural Services Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Advocate for Allegion's professional architectural consulting services focused on Division 08 and Division 28.

• Oversee projects that integrate Division 8 door hardware with Division 28 electronic access control solutions while ensuring adherence to codes.

• Cultivate relationships with industry design professionals to enhance demand for Allegion's brands and architectural services.

• Identify target accounts and manage account goals for both short- and long-term growth.

• Facilitate architectural education sessions, AIA Lunch and Learns, and networking events within the industry.

• Secure specification-writing opportunities from selected architectural accounts.

• Conduct project review meetings, collect project details, and establish mutually agreed scopes of work.

• Oversee specification projects throughout their lifecycle and update schedules and stakeholders accordingly.

• Monitor new project opportunities using lead databases and industry connections.

• Seek construction leads and request RFAs where Allegion is not an approved supplier.

• Initiate Architectural Consulting Agreements with firms.

• Work collaboratively with the wider sales team on specification projects and monthly evaluations.

• Provide mentorship and professional development to colleagues.

• Keep up-to-date with industry and competitor product information.

• Maintain a precise CRM sales pipeline and project documentation.

• Engage in ongoing education and participate in local AIA, CSI, and DHI events.

• Ensure compliance with Allegion's policies, guidelines, and procedures.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma is required.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of business development or technical experience.

• Fundamental understanding of security system integrations and electronic components.

• Capability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and deliverables effectively.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong presentation capabilities.

• Proficiency in Bluebeam, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and CRM software.

• Proven experience in influencing others with a proactive approach.

• Strong focus on customer service.

• Willingness to travel up to 25% within the territory.

• Experience in architecture, construction, door hardware, or access control is preferred.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Allegion does not plan to provide employment visa sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Investment in professional development.

• Work-life balance.

• Generous paid time off.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Unlimited Paid Time Off.

• 401K plan with a 6% company match and no vesting period.

• Health Savings Accounts.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term) fully funded by Allegion.

• Term life insurance with an option to purchase additional coverage.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Voluntary Wellness Program with monetary incentives.

• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work.

• Opportunities for community involvement and giving back.

• CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching.

• Eligibility for bonuses.