Architectural/ Door Hardware Consultant

A door hardware consultant specializes in specifying, detailing, and coordinating door openings and hardware for building projects, ensuring compliance with codes for fire, life safety, and accessibility.

Requirements

• Provide technical guidance to architects, contractors, and owners during all phases of a project.
• Ensure all door openings and hardware meet critical fire, life safety, and accessibility codes, as well as other building requirements.
• Create detailed specifications and hardware schedules for projects, often including complex electrified hardware and fire-rated assemblies.
• Work to coordinate door openings and hardware with other building systems to avoid potential conflicts and ensure smooth installation.
• Advise on the selection of the best products for a project, sometimes acting as an independent advisor to ensure the most appropriate and functional options are chosen.
• Assist with the project management aspects of door hardware, including installation coordination and sometimes even training for installation and maintenance personnel.