Overview
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Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Architectural Specification Representative to build strong relationships with architects, designers ...
Responsibilities
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Sales
Develop and maintain strong relationships with architects, specifiers, designers, engineers, and internal sales teams throughout assigned territories. Promote ...
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Management
Manage product substitution requests and approval processes while partnering with Territory Managers and distributor partners to ensure specifications are ...
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Strategy
Gather customer feedback and market intelligence to support product development and strategic initiatives. Stay current on industry trends, design standards ...
Requirements
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Education
Bachelor's degree required.
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Experience
Experience in specification sales, architectural sales, or technical sales within the building materials industry preferred.
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Knowledge
Strong understanding of the specification process and the Architecture & Design (A&D) community. Familiarity with architectural drawings, construction documents ...
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Skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building relationships and driving ...
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Travel
Up to 60% travel within the assigned territory.
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Preferred Candidate Locations
Michigan. Ohio. Kentucky. Indiana. South Carolina. North Carolina. Virginia. Pennsylvania. West Virginia. Maryland.
Overview
999 && !hideOverview" dot-dot-dot="" ng-bind-html="section.description | rawHtml" style="overflow-wrap: break-word;"> We are seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Architectural Specification Representative to build strong relationships with architects, designers, engineers, and specifiers throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic District, Western Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania/Maryland territories. This role will increase product awareness and secure specifications focusing on Stylecraft and our family of branded products, including Chase, Eliason, and HMF Express.This position plays a critical role in driving revenue growth by ensuring our products are included in the design and specification phases of commercial construction projects.Is This a Sales Role?Yes. This position is best described as a Specification Sales / Business Development role within the commercial building products industry.While the position may not be responsible for directly closing sales transactions, it is responsible for influencing the specification process, creating demand, building relationships with architects and designers, and driving revenue growth by ensuring products are designed into projects before they reach the bid stage.
Company-Paid BenefitsLife InsuranceShort-Term Disability (STD)Long-Term Disability (LTD)3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)7 Paid Holidays in 2026Paid Parental Leave
Additional Benefits401(k) with Company MatchMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployee Discount ProgramsOptional Supplemental BenefitsCareer Development and Tuition AssistanceDiverse, Inclusive, and Welcoming Culture
We are seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable Architectural Specification Representative to build strong relationships with architects, designers, engineers, and specifiers throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic District, Western Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania/Maryland territories. This role will increase product awareness and secure specifications focusing on Stylecraft and our family of branded products, including Chase, Eliason, and HMF Express.
This position plays a critical role in driving revenue growth by ensuring our products are included in the design and specification phases of commercial construction projects.
Is This a Sales Role?
Yes. This position is best described as a Specification Sales / Business Development role within the commercial building products industry.
While the position may not be responsible for directly closing sales transactions, it is responsible for influencing the specification process, creating demand, building relationships with architects and designers, and driving revenue growth by ensuring products are designed into projects before they reach the bid stage.
Company-Paid Benefits
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability (STD)
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
7 Paid Holidays in 2026
Paid Parental Leave
Additional Benefits
401(k) with Company Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee Discount Programs
Optional Supplemental Benefits
Career Development and Tuition Assistance
Diverse, Inclusive, and Welcoming Culture
Responsibilities
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- Develop and maintain strong relationships with architects, specifiers, designers, engineers, and internal sales teams throughout assigned territories.
- Promote the company's products and door-opening solutions through architectural lunch-and-learn presentations, customer visits, and educational programs.
- Drive specification growth for Stylecraft, Chase, Eliason, and HMF Express products.
- Identify and secure product specifications in architectural and design firm projects to increase market share and revenue.
- Manage product substitution requests and approval processes while partnering with Territory Managers and distributor partners to ensure specifications are maintained through the bid process.
- Provide technical expertise regarding product selection, applications, performance requirements, and code compliance.
- Monitor project databases and industry resources, including ConstructConnect and RIB SpecLink, to identify specification opportunities.
- Gather customer feedback and market intelligence to support product development and strategic initiatives.
- Stay current on industry trends, design standards, building codes, and competitive offerings.
- Participate in trade shows, networking events, and industry associations such as AIA and CSI.
- Collaborate with technical writing and marketing resources to develop presentations, white papers, and educational content targeted by industry vertical.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with architects, specifiers, designers, engineers, and internal sales teams throughout assigned territories.
- Promote the company's products and door-opening solutions through architectural lunch-and-learn presentations, customer visits, and educational programs.
- Drive specification growth for Stylecraft, Chase, Eliason, and HMF Express products.
- Identify and secure product specifications in architectural and design firm projects to increase market share and revenue.
- Manage product substitution requests and approval processes while partnering with Territory Managers and distributor partners to ensure specifications are maintained through the bid process.
- Provide technical expertise regarding product selection, applications, performance requirements, and code compliance.
- Monitor project databases and industry resources, including ConstructConnect and RIB SpecLink, to identify specification opportunities.
- Gather customer feedback and market intelligence to support product development and strategic initiatives.
- Stay current on industry trends, design standards, building codes, and competitive offerings.
- Participate in trade shows, networking events, and industry associations such as AIA and CSI.
- Collaborate with technical writing and marketing resources to develop presentations, white papers, and educational content targeted by industry vertical.
Requirements
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- Bachelor's degree required.
- Experience in specification sales, architectural sales, or technical sales within the building materials industry preferred.
- Strong understanding of the specification process and the Architecture & Design (A&D) community.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building relationships and driving business growth.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Proven success in outbound prospecting and relationship development.
- Excellent presentation, communication, listening, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with architectural drawings, construction documents, and building codes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, ConstructConnect, Dodge, and RIB SpecLink.
Travel RequirementsUp to 60% travel within the assigned territory.Preferred Candidate LocationsMichiganOhioKentuckyIndianaSouth CarolinaNorth CarolinaVirginiaPennsylvaniaWest VirginiaMaryland
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Experience in specification sales, architectural sales, or technical sales within the building materials industry preferred.
- Strong understanding of the specification process and the Architecture & Design (A&D) community.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building relationships and driving business growth.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Proven success in outbound prospecting and relationship development.
- Excellent presentation, communication, listening, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Familiarity with architectural drawings, construction documents, and building codes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, ConstructConnect, Dodge, and RIB SpecLink.
Travel Requirements
Up to 60% travel within the assigned territory.
Preferred Candidate Locations
Michigan
Ohio
Kentucky
Indiana
South Carolina
North Carolina
Virginia
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Maryland