PRODUCT TECHNICAL SERVICES ARCHITECT

Key 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.
• Aid in contractor training by presenting details and facilitating hands-on training sessions.
• Support the Director of Technical Services in maintaining accurate product documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation, and holidays.
• Locations: Columbus, OH (Eastside preferred), New Lexington, OH, Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA
• Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

Contact Information

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience to ann.hankinson@ludowici.com.

Ludowici Roof Tile is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.