Architectural & Design Specification Specialist - NJ

Direct Sales Recruiting, LLC·Paramus, New Jersey, US

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Projected AI Stack

Based on our analysis of Architectural and Civil Drafters positions

⚡ 6.5 — Very High AI Upgrade Potential

AAAutoCAD AIAutomate repetitive drawing tasks, generate standard details, and manage layer setsdaily

CLClaudeDraft product specifications, project documentation, and Lunch-and-Learn presentation outlinesweekly

MCMicrosoft 365 CopilotBuild specification lead pipelines, activity tracking reports, and submittal packagesweekly

Projected Workflow

How AI is expected to reshape this role

AI-assisted

Repetitive drawing automation and standard detail generationAutoCAD AI

Specification writing and project documentation draftingClaude

Pipeline tracking and activity reportingMicrosoft 365 Copilot

Human-led

Design development, detailing, and building code review

Architect and landscape architect relationship management

Product presentations and design firm education programs

Specification lead conversion and sales team collaboration

This AI stack and workflow map are projected by UpgradedJobs based on occupational analysis, not stated by the employer. They reflect how AI tools are transforming Architectural and Civil Drafters roles today.

About the role

Architectural & Design Specification Specialist

Our client is a leading manufacturer of recreation equipment and amenities. Seeking an Architectural & Design Specification Specialist responsible for establishing and maintaining key relationships with A&D firms driving business and expanding market reach. Collaborate with architecture and design professionals with incorporating the organization’s products into their projects, providing support throughout the design and specification process. The Specialist will have a pulse on commercial construction projects, attending industry events and tradeshows building brand awareness.

Role requires travel within the Northeast and Central region (approx. 3 times a month).

Responsibilities:

Meet with architectural and design firms, attend presentations and industry events
Lunch and Learn presentations to key influencers, product demos and education programs with firms
Build and maintain relationships with design professionals, architects, landscape architects, etc.
Ensure products are accurately written and represented in projects and support design professionals throughout the entire design and specification process
Track specification leads and convert into closed projects in collaboration with sales team
Manage and maintain a pipeline; track activity, trends and opportunities and prepare reports
Build brand awareness by attending tradeshows, events and American Institute of Architects / American Society of Landscape Architects meeting
Keep well-informed of available products, industry standards/codes, competitors and market trends

Requirements:

Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Landscape Architecture
Min. 2+ years of Architectural Design and Specification process experience
Sales experience a plus
Experience with CSI MasterFormat a plus
Experience building key relationships with architectural and design professionals
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and Microsoft Dynamics or similar CRM tool
Ability to travel within region approx. 3 times a month

Offering:

Base Salary $90,000+ Bonus (based on experience)
Expenses: Car Allowance + Gas, Travel
Full Benefits Package

Direct Sales Recruiting, LLC, (DSR) and DirectHR are National Recruitment organizations partnering with National, Regional and Local Clients to bring qualified candidates a career and a future. DSR offers over 50 years combined Recruitment, Sales and Management experience. We are, along with our clients, an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. A M/F/D/V