Architectural Specifications Consultant

CANAROPA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consulting company in Toronto is seeking a Specifications Consultant responsible for developing relationships with architects and designers in Ontario. The role includes promoting Division 8 products and collaborating with internal teams on project alignment. Ideal candidates will have experience in architectural hardware and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and is suited for those who excel in influence-based sales environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in architectural hardware, construction, or specification consulting.
• Strong understanding of Division 8 products and construction project stages.
• Working knowledge of building codes and accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with architectural and design professionals across Ontario.
• Promote Division 8 products through in-person presentations, technical consultations, and educational sessions.
• Identify and influence specification opportunities in new build and retrofit environments.

Skills

Relationship-driven consultative approach

Strong communication and presentation skills

Project management organizational skills

Job description

Position Summary

The Specifications Consultant is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with architects, designers, end users, and other stakeholders who influence Division 8 specifications. The role focuses on driving specification activity across new construction, major retrofit, and aftermarket projects, while supporting alignment between architectural intent and commercial execution.

This position works collaboratively with internal specification writers, product specialists, sales teams, and distributor partners to strengthen market presence and increase project engagement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with architectural and design professionals across Ontario
• Promote Division 8 products through in-person presentations, technical consultations, and educational sessions
• Identify and influence specification opportunities in new build and retrofit environments
• Collaborate with internal teams to support specification development and project alignment
• Coordinate across related specification sections (e.g., hollow metal, sliding doors, Division 28 electronics)
• Provide guidance related to building codes, accessibility standards, and hardware system performance
• Maintain accurate and disciplined CRM documentation of contacts, project leads, and influence activity
• Contribute to continuous improvement of specification resources, presentation materials, and product knowledge

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in architectural hardware, construction, or specification consulting
• Strong understanding of Division 8 products and construction project stages
• Working knowledge of building codes and accessibility requirements
• Experience delivering technical presentations and product education to design professionals
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationshipsExperience collaborating with sales, estimating, and technical support teams

Core Competencies

• Relationship-driven consultative approach
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strategic thinking with commercial awareness
• Organized, process-oriented, and CRM disciplined
• Ability to operate independently within a collaborative environment

This role is suited to a professional who is comfortable operating within an influence-based sales model and contributing to long-term market development through technical expertise and relationship management.