Architectural Specification & Design Consultant

Hempel A/S•Washington, NV

5d•$115,000 - $135,000•Remote

About The Position

Neogard is seeking a professional to increase awareness and use of its products and assistance within the architect and specifier community. The role serves as a technical sales expert for roofing, flooring, and waterproofing influencers who do not directly purchase products. The specialist collaborates closely with Neogard Segment Managers, Account Managers, and the National Architectural Specialists Manager to identify and engage key strategic end users. The position is remote, with preferred locations in Los Angeles, Seattle, Las Vegas, Portland, or Boise, and requires 50–60% overnight travel. It reports to the Architectural Specification Manager. The base salary range is $115,000–$135,000, plus a quarterly SIS bonus and car allowance. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

A BS in Construction Management or Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Civil), prior experience as an A/E representative with coatings experience, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of direct experience working within architectural market channels, with existing relationships with architects and specifiers.
Sales and relationship-building experience.
Excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
An organized, independent, and proactive approach.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM.
Ability to undertake overnight travel of 50–60%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

High-performance coatings knowledge.
In-depth knowledge of flooring, waterproofing, and roof coatings.
A solid understanding of the technical aspects of commercial roofing and codes and approvals, including FM, RoofNav, UL, SPRI, ARMA, IIBEC, ICRI, and Miami-Dade.
Knowledge of competitive bidding and specification building.
Membership in CSI (Construction Specifiers Institute).

Responsibilities

Maximize long-term specification acceptance in the assigned territory by developing relationships with key architects and specifiers.
Prepare or update specifications for A/E/C Industry projects when requested.
Participate in writing new master specifications for the firm's library as needed.
Coordinate the knowledge base for specific master specification divisions as part of the team.
Identify, develop, and manage a qualified pipeline of large strategic opportunities, establish focused plans to follow projects through the pipeline, and hand them off to the sales team for closure.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options beginning on the first day of employment.
Flexible HSA and FSA options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
12 paid holidays.
15 vacation days to start.
6 personal days.
Paid leave for jury duty and bereavement.
401(k) plan options with immediate company match and full vesting from day one.
Basic life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
16 weeks of fully paid maternity leave.
4 weeks of paid paternity leave.
A flexibility policy.