Specification Writer 2 - Civil Engineering (EI)

About the role

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain technical documents outlining the requirements and standards for various civil and environmental projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure specifications are clear, accurate, and aligned with both client and company expectations.
• Ensure specifications are compliant with client standards.
• Revise existing specifications to meet current project needs.
• Interpret technical drawings to incorporate relevant details.
• Perform quality control within DOWL’s quality program and the project contract.
• Facilitate meetings with engineers, project managers, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Create and manage client-specific templates.
• Calculate construction quantities and estimate construction costs.
• Prepare project correspondence.

Requirements

• Previous experience in specification writing, technical writing, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of technical fundamentals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other documentation tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Developing proficiency with editing special provisions for at least one Pacific Northwest DOT.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Eager to learn and expand skill set, advanced understanding of technical writing skills.
• Understanding of how specifications influence construction methods, bid items, quantities, and cost estimates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 2 years of experience required; 1 year with advanced degree.
• EIT/EI required.

Skills

• Basic Technical Expertise.
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• AutoCAD C3D.
• Microstation Connect and OpenRoads.
• AutoTurn, GuideSign.

Benefits

• High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Dependent Care Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) Plan with discretionary employer contributions for matching, profit sharing, student debt repayment.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrues at a minimum of 16 days per year.
• Nine paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,919.40 to $121,379.11. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.

Schedule

Details on the schedule can be found in the job description or by contacting Human Resources.