Specification Writer

Marketing, Media & Creative · Product Management · Technical Writing

In short

ASSA ABLOY is looking for a Specification Writer to collaborate with architectural firms and create technical door and hardware specification documents. The role involves recommending solutions for security, aesthetics, sustainability, and accessibility, and designing access control systems. This remote position requires industry experience, attention to detail, and proficiency in tools like Salesforce and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare technical door and hardware specification documents.
  • Act as a trusted resource to design professionals on door opening applications.
  • Create, engineer, and produce door and hardware specifications for commercial building applications.
  • Recommend door and hardware solutions meeting design requirements for security, aesthetics, sustainability, and accessibility.
  • Design electrified access control product and software systems for door openings.
  • Work with Architectural Sales Representatives to foster positive customer experiences and deliver project deliverables on time.
  • Assist with project submittal reviews and substitution approval processes.
  • Utilize Salesforce.com for customer relationship, project tracking, and time management.

Requirements

  • Entrepreneurial spirit and excitement for selling door opening solutions.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and known for follow-up habits.
  • Self-motivated individual with attention to details and accuracy.
  • Ability to multitask and manage time and projects proficiently.
  • Strong communicator, active listener, and negotiator.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Ability to read, understand specifications/facility standards.
  • Industry-related technical and sales aptitude.
  • Ability to travel to meet customer requirements.
  • Ability to perform responsibilities in a home office environment or while traveling.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. of sample and display material.

Desired Qualifications

  • College/University degree (preference for specialization in architectural design/engineering, construction science/management, or similar), or work experience commensurate with minimum high school/GED diploma.
  • Minimum of 2 – 3 years of industry-related experience with openings as a commercial locksmith, door frames/hardware installer, contractor’s license for installation, or CHD project manager with school, healthcare, or institutional facilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
  • Utilization and maintenance of CRM tools for sales and activity reporting.
  • Working knowledge of industry-related software is a plus.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Discretionary bonus.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Medical/dental/vision/life insurance.
  • Education assistance.
  • Company car.
  • Environment that reflects commitment to employees.
  • Paid time off for thirteen holidays.
  • Ten vacation days.
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Company

ASSA ABLOY Group

Job Posted

2 weeks ago

Expires

in 3 months

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

Remote

Experience Level

Associate

Locations

United States

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United States

Qualification

Bachelor, Diploma, No Formal Education

Applicants

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