Specification Writer 2 - Civil Engineering (EI)

Job Responsibilities And Duties

• To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Software: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - DevelopingMarket Sector Software (AutoCAD C3D) - DevelopingMarket Sector Software (Microstation Connect and OpenRoads) - Developing (if applicable)
• Task Specific (e.g., AutoTurn, GuideSign) - Basic Technical Expertise
• 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
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Performs basic technical tasks with market sector with limited oversight
• Performs quality control of basic deliverables
• Exhibits Understanding Budget and Schedule: Moderate understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. With guidance, predicts the level of effort for individual tasks and successfully deliver tasks within that level of effort.
• Maintains results on moderately complex projects
• Industry Standards and Regulations: Understands and employs the following design codes: AASHTO and FHWA - Moderate Local Client - Moderate Client Interaction: Limited direct interaction, commonly in group settings. Responds to emails, attends meetings, and answers questions/comments with limited autonomy.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Developing proficiency with editing special provisions for at least one Pacific Northwest DOT
• Quickly learning DOWL’s other client specification requirements
• Developing technical expertise in AutoCAD C3D, Microstation Connect and OpenRoads, and other documentation tools
• Managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines
• Understanding and applying design guidance from technical memos and reports
• Understanding how specifications influence construction methods, bid items, quantities, and cost estimates