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The ad says“Exhibit a basic understanding of electro-mechanical products and solutions including access control and software.”
The ad says“We are looking for Specification Consultants to join our Allegion team as part of our Sales Development Program – Specification Track! As part of the program, you will complete two rotations in the span of 9 months. This immersive program includes in depth training and development to prepare you for your role of providing access solutions by creating door hardware specifications. In the first six months of the training program, you will relocate to our training facility in Denver, Colorado. Here you will participate in classroom style training with others in your cohort. During this segment, you will learn about the industry, our products, and codes as well as how to read blueprints. The program allows you to learn about and work with customers such as Architects, Electrical Engineers, and Security Consultants by providing professional consultation and specification services. In the last three months of the training program, you will transfer to your permanent location in your respective regional sales office. Here you will prepare for your full-time role by writing specifications with the help and supervision of your team so that you are prepared to hit your market ready for success! Successful candidates completing the 12-month program, will lead to full-time employment as a Specification Writer at Allegion Canada”
The ad says“Attend all required internal training and additional external product training and program events to obtain a further understanding of codes, applications, and Allegion products and Customers.”
The ad says“Learn how to utilize Allegion tools/resources (for example: Overtur, Dynamics CRM) to gather and maintain information on projects.”
The ad says“Ability to learn industry specific software, proficiency in MS Office tools”
The ad says“Learn how to utilize Allegion tools/resources (for example: Overtur, Dynamics CRM) to gather and maintain information on projects.”
The ad says“Exhibit a basic understanding of electro-mechanical products and solutions including access control and software.”

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Remote Location Alberta, Remote Location British Columbia, Remote Location Manitoba, Remote Location Quebec, Remote Location Saskatchewan

Sales Development Program – Specification Track

We are looking for Specification Consultants to join our Allegion team as part of our Sales Development Program – Specification Track! As part of the program, you will complete two rotations in the span of 9 months. This immersive program includes in depth training and development to prepare you for your role of providing access solutions by creating door hardware specifications. In the first six months of the training program, you will relocate to our training facility in Denver, Colorado. Here you will participate in classroom style training with others in your cohort. During this segment, you will learn about the industry, our products, and codes as well as how to read blueprints. The program allows you to learn about and work with customers such as Architects, Electrical Engineers, and Security Consultants by providing professional consultation and specification services. In the last three months of the training program, you will transfer to your permanent location in your respective regional sales office. Here you will prepare for your full-time role by writing specifications with the help and supervision of your team so that you are prepared to hit your market ready for success! Successful candidates completing the 12-month program, will lead to full-time employment as a Specification Writer at Allegion Canada

Please note – this position requires eligibility to travel to the United States to complete a required training program. Any offer of employment will be conditional on the successful candidate satisfying that requirement. The Company will support and fund the immigration process required for the training program.

What You Will Do:

Rotational Training Key Elements:

Follow and complete the immersive SDP – Specification Track Program curriculum to increase knowledge about Allegion customers, door and door hardware products, and specification and sales processes.
Attend all required internal training and additional external product training and program events to obtain a further understanding of codes, applications, and Allegion products and Customers.
Immerse yourself in Allegion’s culture by attending networking and professional development events to gain valuable relationships throughout the organization
Learn how to utilize Allegion tools/resources (for example: Overtur, Dynamics CRM) to gather and maintain information on projects.
Graduate from 9-month training program with in depth knowledge of role, best practices, policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure best in class customer experiences.

Full-Time Role Responsibilities:

Create technical hardware sets and specifications for the architectural community, including code compliance for new construction projects as well as aftermarket requests.
Provide solutions to architects on product application requirements.
Participate in pre and post installation meetings as needed and assist with revisions, access control coordination, and requests for information during all phases of the project.
Exhibit a basic understanding of electro-mechanical products and solutions including access control and software.
Communicate door hardware coordination requirements and/or conflicts, such as access control, electrical requirements, and specialty doors.
Work in conjunction with your team to provide a positive customer experience and deliver on project commitments.
Maintain excellent industry/competitor product knowledge by reviewing and understanding market data of competitive activity. Adapt to changes in the marketplace.

What You Will Need to Succeed:

A College diploma in Advanced Architectural Technology, Architectural Technology, Construction Engineering Technology Bachelor of Technology (Construction Management) is preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, influencing skills essential along with a bias for action.
Bilingual (French/English) proficiency (written, spoken) is an asset
Strong mechanical and electronics aptitude
Ability to travel 10-25% (Domestical/International (USA))
Ability to learn industry specific software, proficiency in MS Office tools
Detail oriented with a high level of organization and time management skills

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.
You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us:

A commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging: making a difference and leading with purpose
High energy, influential, cross collaborative team environment
Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching.
Customized individual development plans and growth maps to help you unlock your full potential and career graph with Allegion.
Competitive base salary
Health, dental and other insurance coverage, helping you "be safe, be healthy"
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can "serve others, not yourself"

Compensation: This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

The expected Base Salary Range: $55,000-$63,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Bonus Eligible: Yes
Equity Eligible: No
Holiday & PTO Pay Eligible: Yes
Overtime Eligible: No

Additional Disclosures:

AI is used in applicant screening or selection.
Is this for a current vacancy: Yes

Apply Today!

Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.

We Celebrate Who We Are!

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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