Manager, Design Build Construction Services

ASSA ABLOY•Des Moines, IA

6d•$100,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ASSA ABLOY is a global leader in door opening solutions dedicated to providing a safe, secure, and accessible building environment. ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions provides end users (healthcare facilities, schools, universities, military, commercial buildings, etc.) with unsurpassed security and life-safety solutions and the essential support services (LEED consultation, code compliance, access control system integration, product research and selection, specification writing services, technical support, etc.) to ensure well-functioning doorway systems in the commercial building industry. This is all accomplished by combining the strengths of industry-leading door and hardware brands.

Requirements

Professional selling and demand generation skills
Proven presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal)
Self-starter and active listener with strong negotiation skills
Ability to read, interpret, and review CSI MasterFormat Division 08 architectural specifications and construction documents including, door schedules, hardware sets, floor plans, elevations, submittits, and shop drawings
Understanding of fire, life safety, accessibility, and model building codes in relation to door and hardware specifications
Detail-orientated with strong analytical skills and follow-up habits
Ability to meet multiple project deadlines and exercise effective time management with on-time activity reporting
Goal-orientated and results-driven
Ability to work and perform responsibilities in the field at construction sites and end-user facilities
Ability to travel upon request
Travel ability of 40% - 60% required
Ability to lift or carry up to 50 lbs
High school diploma/GED required
High level of proficiency with computer software applications including major Microsoft "Office Suite" programs

Nice To Haves

Accredited college or university Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Preference for degree in industry-related program (Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Construction Science and Management, or similar)
Architectural and construction industry-related experience, including door and hardware applications and specifications and software training and support, is a plus
Above average working knowledge of Autodesk Revit Architecture® software preferred
Familiarity of Construction Management software applications a plus

Responsibilities

Establish consultative relationships with contractors and associated owner/developer representatives actively involved in Design-Build (DB) and Construction Management-at-Risk (CMAR) project delivery to increase market awareness and sales of ASSA ABLOY brand products, solutions, and services.
Identify and qualify regional and national DB/CMAR firms to target for consulting relationships.
Actively track project opportunities to solicit and engage with DB/CMAR firms to promote and support ASSA ABLOY brand product solutions and consulting services.
Coordinate with Contract Hardware Distribution partners to support and facilitate project budgeting, bidding, procurement, and project management activities.
Promote, present, and secure utilization of software solutions and professional services for construction management.
Coordinate on-site execution of professional services contracts.
Provide pre-construction budgetary guidance and project specifications for product applications.
Provide bidding and product sourcing assistance.
Identify project Architects and Security Contractors and coordinate the production of Division 08/28 door, hardware and access control specifications and drawings.
Assist with review on Division 08/28 submittal packages on behalf of contractor.
Identify opportunities and propose options for pre-installed and off-site door and hardware services.
Attend project coordination and pre-installation meetings to review project scope of services.
Coordinate for product training and installation training for subcontractors.
Review and comment on project RFIs/RFQs, ASIs, Change Orders and similar post bid construction directives related to door openings as requested by contractors.
Assist with trade coordination between project door opening subcontractors and access control security contractors and integrators.
Coordinate interfacing with designated BIM construction software platforms throughout design, distribution, and construction phases.
Routinely interact and communicate with DSS sales, professional services, and demand generations teams concerning project bid coverage, specifications, and design guides, and distribution support.
Facilitate the resolution of ASSA ABLOY product and in-field service issues.