Architectural Services Project Manager - Chicago, IL

Allegion; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with a 6% company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Allegion is looking for an Architectural Services Project Manager in Chicago, IL. This role involves managing door hardware specification services, ensuring projects are delivered within scope and budget, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in project management or related fields, excellent communication skills, and a focus on customer service. The position offers a flexible remote work arrangement with various perks.

Compensation ranges from $90,000 to $156,000, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, architecture, construction management, or door hardware consultancy.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 50% within the territory.

Responsibilities

• Manage project lifecycle, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Develop project scope and objectives with stakeholders.
• Maintain industry/competitor product knowledge.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Customer service

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Architectural Services Project Manager – Chicago, IL

The Architectural Services Consultant will promote professional door hardware specification services including Division 8 and 28 to prospective architectural accounts as a "pull through" sales strategy to penetrate the market. This individual will manage and oversee projects lifecycles from initial Schematic Design (SD) phase through the Construction Administration (CA) phase, which could include those under an Architectural Consulting Agreement.

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.

This position offers a flexible remote work arrangement, with occasional on-site visits as needed based on the role. Whether you’re working remotely or collaborating in person, we’re committed to providing the tools, support, and dynamic environment you need to succeed.

What You Will Do

• Proactively manage the project lifecycle, ensuring that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget while managing risk and ensuring quality control.
• Assist in developing project scope of services and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility in the development of door hardware solutions.
• Promote Allegion brands and architectural services.
• Procure project specification opportunities using industry knowledge and network.
• Utilize relationships and industry expertise to initiate architectural consulting agreements with firms.
• Collaborate closely with the local project sales team on specification projects and market meetings.
• Maintain excellent industry/competitor product knowledge by reviewing and understanding market data of competitive activity and adapt to changes in marketplace.
• Maintain awareness of all Allegion policies, guidelines, and procedures and ensure compliance.

What You Need To Succeed

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, architecture, construction management, or door hardware consultancy required.
• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 50% within the territory (Chicago, IL), limited overnight travel.
• Basic understanding of security systems integrations and electronic components.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience influencing others with a bias for action.
• Strong customer service focus.

What You’ll Get From Us

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) plan with a 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses.
• Disability Insurance – Short-Term and Long-Term coverage paid by Allegion.
• Life Insurance – Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Voluntary Wellness Program with monetary rewards for wellness activities.
• Employee Discounts through Perks at Work.
• Community involvement opportunities.
• CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching.

Compensation

• Expected Total Compensation Range: $90,000 - $156,000, based on experience.
• Bonus Eligible: Yes.

Allegion is an equal‑to‑opportunity and affirmative action employer.