Architectural Services Consultant - Portland, OR Or Vancouver, WA - Remote Eligible

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Architectural Services Consultant – Greater Vancouver, WA or Portland, OR

The Architectural Services Consultant serves as a key technical resource and strategic partner to the architectural community, driving market penetration through expert door and door hardware specification services. This role focuses on demand creation by influencing project design early in the construction lifecycle, ensuring Allegion products are specified and aligned with project requirements.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do:

• Developing and delivering Division 8 specifications tailored to project needs, including creating hardware sets and editing Allegion master specifications.
• Owning relationships with assigned architecture firms, acting as the primary point of contact for specification support and consultation.
• Collaborating across related specification sections (such as hollow metal, sliding doors, and Division 28 electronics) to ensure intentional and thoughtful design.
• Project requirements are addressed efficiently and effectively.
• Managing specification projects from inception to quote, including tracking progress, maintaining CRM data, and coordinating with local sales teams to ensure alignment and execution.
• Reviewing distributor submittals and shop drawings, providing expert analysis and recommendations to ensure compliance and optimal product application.
• Expanding Allegion's footprint within existing architectural accounts by deepening engagement and writing specifications that drive product adoption.
• Establishing new relationships with prospective firms through face-to-face engagement, promoting Allegion's specification services and value proposition.

Job Responsibilities

Specification Consultant (~75%)

• Develop technical hardware sets and specifications, ensuring code compliance for both new construction and aftermarket projects.
• Advise architects on product applications and solutions, including access control and electro-mechanical systems.
• Support project phases through pre/post-installation meetings, revisions, and RFIs.
• Coordinate with Architectural Services Consultants and Sales Teams to align project strategy and communicate changes impacting specifications.
• Identify and resolve hardware coordination issues, including electrical and specialty door requirements.
• Maintain strong product and market knowledge, adapting to competitive and industry changes.
• Utilize CRM, specification software, and collaboration tools to manage project data and workflow.
• Ensure compliance with Allegion policies and procedures.

Architectural Services Consultant (~25%)

• Cultivate project opportunities and manage relationships with targeted architecture firms.
• Initiate consulting agreements and lead product preference discussions with architects and owners.
• Collaborate with sales teams to align on project strategy and market engagement.
• Promote Allegion brands and services through education, networking, and industry events.
• Regularly conduct training events (lunch and learns) for our architectural clients.

What You Need to Succeed:

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–10 years of experience in the door hardware or architectural industry.
• CDT credential preferred; progress toward AHC certification through DHI strongly encouraged. DHT certification a plus.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electronic door hardware solutions, including access control systems.
• Intermediate knowledge of electrical systems and electronic components.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive action.
• Proficient in Excel and Bluebeam; experience with CAD and Revit is beneficial.
• Ability to travel up to 25% within assigned territory; overnights up to 10%.
• Effective project management and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms and specification writing tools.

Why Work for Us?

• You’re seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.
• You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
• You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us:

• 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 up to $2,000 in 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

Compensation:

• The expected Total Compensation Range: $110,000 – 150,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on your skills and experience.
• Bonus Eligible: Yes

Apply Today! Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.