Architectural Specifications Writer

About the role

The Architectural Specifications Writer develops, writes, edits, and prepares technical project specifications/project manuals for architectural projects primarily emanating from our healthcare studio. They coordinate and link the information back to the overall firm.

Responsibilities

• Develops, writes, edits, and prepares technical project specifications/project manuals for architectural projects.
• Coincides, coordinates, and expedites specification preparation among consultant disciplines.
• Conducts technical investigation of products, materials, and construction methods.
• Ensures compliance with related codes and regulations, including NFPA 285 assemblies and products.
• Prepares contract conditions, general and bidding requirements.
• Generates preliminary project descriptions during early design phases.
• Reviews submittals for conformance with contract documents.
• Reviews substitutions for equivalency of product attributes including life cycle, sustainability, and risk assessment.
• Maintains, edits, and establishes new standard specifications sections and firmwide templates.
• Communicates effectively with the project team, client, and consultants during the project duration.
• Aids project teams with technical details and provides necessary technical information.
• Researches and has access to the latest information from manufacturers and vendors.
• Continuously works to improve and implement techniques to develop specifications.
• Willing to listen to others and communicate efficiently with team members.
• Aids in training and mentoring less experienced staff.
• Works seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• Licensed Architect preferred
• CDT, CSI, CCS certified preferred
• 8+ years of specifications experience and/or combination of Project Architect and specifications writing experience
• Experience with BSD Spec-Link-E a plus (required to learn software)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of projects related to healthcare environments

Skills

• Thorough understanding of building materials, assemblies, systems, details, codes, construction techniques, and communication strategies

Benefits

• Annual base salary is $65,000 - $100,000 based on experience

Pay

• Annual base salary is $65,000 - $100,000 based on experience

Schedule

• Full-time