AIA Ohio · 2 months ago
PRODUCT TECHNICAL SERVICES ARCHITECT
Ohio, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expLudowici, a leading manufacturer of terracotta roofing, cladding, and flooring products, is seeking a full-time Product Technical Services Architect to support the company’s continued success and growth. This role is critical in ensuring accurate technical support, tile design/detailing, fabrication drawings, and material estimates for the sales and production teams while adhering to company standards and procedures.
Responsibilities
Prepare detailed material estimates for roofing, wall cladding, flooring and related materials
Develop designs and details for project specific conditions
Create fabrication drawings for custom project requirements
Develop formal pricing proposals based on component-based material takeoffs
Review project plans, specifications, and designs with Sales and Project Management teams, identifying potential challenges
Utilize knowledge of roof, all, and floor assembly construction to perform takeoffs and create sales quotes
Ensure sales quotes clearly define the scope of the work
Collaborate with production, technical, sales and services departments to ensure comprehensive material proposals
Validate material takeoffs and proposals prepared by others for accuracy and completeness
Generate submittal drawings for custom parts requiring customer approval
Provide Technical services for all Ludowici products
Maintain and update estimation tools, forms, policies and procedures
Communicate with sales representatives, building owners, contractors, and architects regarding technical details, product installation, and pricing
Assist in contractor training by presenting details and facilitating hands-on training sessions
Support the Director of Technical Services in maintaining accurate product documentation
Communicate with sales representatives, building owners, contractors, and architects regarding technical details, product installation, and pricing
Assist in contractor training by presenting details and facilitating hands-on training sessions
Qualification
Required
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Ceramic), Architecture, Drafting, or a related technical field
Ability to read and interpret construction documents, including architectural and structural drawings
Experience with drawing software
Ability to immerse oneself in product and manufacturing processes and gain the knowledge to assume key responsibilities quickly
Experience with computer-based estimating software
Strong organizational skills and a self-motivated personality
Ability to develop, assemble, and issue material bid/quote documents in response to customer and sales team requests
Experience in pre-construction services and/or estimating in commercial or residential construction
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with sales reps, showroom teams, suppliers, and customers
Willingness to work extra hours as needed to meet business demands
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
A positive self-starter with a team-oriented attitude and commitment to supporting customers, sales teams, and colleagues
Strong Math and problem solving skills
Preferred
8-15 years of experience in a technical advisory and/or estimating role within the building materials or construction industry
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience with Salesforce CRM and Dynamics 365
Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and/or Revit
Familiarity with 3D Scanning, 3D printing technologies, materials, troubleshooting, and application in a manufacturing process
Familiarity with Plan Swift estimating software Experience with steep-slope roofing, wall cladding, and flooring estimates is beneficial
Experience with clay extrusion and pressing operations as it pertains to product development
Experience with clay kiln firing characteristics as it pertains to product development
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid vacation
Holidays
Company
AIA Ohio
AIA Ohio, a Society of the American Institute of Architects, representing a membership of approximately 2,300 licensed architects and design professionals, is at the forefront of influencing statewide public policy through its government advocacy program.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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