Architectural Specifications Writer

Responsibilities

• Primarily involved with tasks supporting the management of specification projects, including resolution of technical and administrative issues.
• Provide guidance to architectural design firms on product selection and other design considerations.
• Review drawings and other project information to write and edit specifications for projects and coordinate compliance with project requirements, institutional guidelines, firm standards, technical conditions, acceptable standards, and existing laws, rules, regulations, and codes.
• Plan, schedule, organize, and prepare construction specifications for the various phases/milestone deliverables of projects.
• Prepare and review the procurement and contracting requirements, including the Division 01 General Requirement sections.
• Coverage of consultant technical specifications for conformance with firm standards and the remainder of the project manual. Ensure consultants receive and follow the most current specification formatting conventions.
• Perform product research; assist project designers with material and product selections.
• Prepare, assist, or coordinate with internal Project Architects and non-architectural disciplines such as structural engineering and landscape architecture in specifications and project manual preparation.
• Maintain awareness of evolving building technology, stay current on product developments, new materials, code changes, and industry trends to bring expertise to the project teams concerning product selections.
• Aid construction administration staff with the review of product submittals and evaluate substitution requests and make recommendations regarding compliance with specifications.
• Host or attend project discussions with clients and follow up on reports as necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Science or related field is preferred.
• 6 years of related architectural or commercial interiors experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of increased responsibility in writing, editing, and developing AIA MasterFormat - 3 part specifications.
• Membership in Construction Specifications Institute (CSI).
• CDT Certification is a plus.
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required.

Skills And Abilities

• Experience in assisting teams in researching product materials, fabricators, and manufacturers for architectural projects.
• Strong knowledge of architectural design, engineering coordination, products, construction methodology, design trends, building systems, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
• Possess a strong design aptitude. Proficient in reading construction drawings, programs, criteria documents, details, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (w/ advanced Word training), Bluebeam Revu & Studio, and Adobe Acrobat. AutoCAD & Revit proficiency a plus.