Design and Specification Specialist

WHO WE ARE…

We are MAKRs – Our common goal, our passion, is to create global communities connected through play and social experiences. We believe the world needs more places where coming together, connecting, and having fun are inevitable.

The MAKR Group is comprised of three working brands dedicated to making the world more livable, playful and socially just—Waterplay, a cheeky global splash pad provider, Parkworks, a Western Canadian Park space supplier, and Wekid Mfg., Canada’s most playfully professional steel manufacturing team.

With 10’s of thousands of play and park space installations throughout the world, the MAKR Group have helped provide millions of people, from all walks of life, of all ages, and with diverse abilities, with access to amazing, inviting, playable, enjoyable, “go-backable” recreation places. What makes us jump out of bed every morning is knowing we’re integral to creating these meaningful places, and we need people like you to help us build them.

WHO YOU ARE…

As a design and specification guru you will have a sharp business development mindset, you are energized by transforming ideas into actionable project solutions—and turning those solutions into revenue. You have a natural talent for building lasting relationships within the design community and consider collaboration and communication your ultimate superpowers.

You’re a culture ambassador who injects fun into every interaction. We’re a different kind of company, and we’re looking for a different kind of individual to join our team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO…

The Design and Specification Specialist is a key driver of company growth through business development and specifications. Your primary objective will be to increase company revenue by embedding Waterplay product specifications as the foundation of project designs for bids, direct purchases, and design/build opportunities.

You will build and nurture long-term relationships with design firms, architects, landscape architects, and municipal decision-makers—serving as a trusted partner and go-to resource. You’ll also lead presentations, product launches, CEU sessions, and design charrettes to strengthen engagement and promote innovative project solutions.

The Design and Specification Specialist is responsible for creating Parkworks and Waterplay specifications for key design firm plans, including those for bids, direct purchases, and design/build projects.

In this role, your primary objective will be to drive company revenue by incorporating these specifications as the foundation of design for various projects. You will also play a key role in building and nurturing relationships within the design community. You will facilitate product launches, CEU sessions, and design charettes with designers and owners to develop effective project solutions throughout the year.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive Revenue by securing Waterplay specifications into project designs.
• Cultivate and grow new and existing design firm relationships through regular business development outreach
• Review plan sets and make recommendations for product specifications to designers
• Develop feature/park layouts and project designs for design firms
• Maintain CRM data relating to accounts and opportunities

OTHER INFORMATION:

• The successful candidate will be required to work out of our Langley (6286 203 St C100, Langley, BC V2Y 3S1) or Kelowna (805 Crowley Ave, Kelowna, BC) office as required
• This position works Monday to Friday, 8-hour days
• This position requires travel throughout Western Canada and parts of the United States

WORK PERKS:

We thrive when our MAKRs thrive! That’s why we offer…

• A competitive annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000 (with the possibility of a yearly bonus)
• 2 weeks of paid vacation
• Paid wellness days
• Opportunity to enroll in our comprehensive group benefits plan after 60 days of employment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible work hours
• Professional development opportunities
• Lots of fun!!! Catered lunches, in-house silent auctions, contests, draws, product ‘testing’ and MORE!!!

MAKR fosters an inclusive environment where every team member is valued, respected, and encouraged to share their unique perspectives. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all qualified persons.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.