Architectural Specifications Writer

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description An Architectural Specifications Writer

develops, writes, edits, and prepares technical project specifications /

project manuals for architectural projects primarily emanating from our

healthcare studio, while also coordinating and linking the information

back to the overall firm. The writer coordinates the specifications with

drawings and design documents to establish material and installation

requirements. The individual also helps create and maintain office

standard specifications and project templates. The specifications writer

works with the firm's Specifications Team to develop firmwide technical

requirements and standards and assists with training of staff. This

individual must exhibit a thorough understanding of building materials,

assemblies, systems, details, codes, construction techniques, and

communication strategies. Work with Project Managers and Project

Architects to prepare specifications for construction documents

Interact, coordinate and expedite specification preparation among

consultant disciplines Conduct technical investigation of products,

materials and construction methods Ensure compliance with related codes

and regulations, including NFPA 285 assemblies and products Prepare

contract conditions, general and bidding requirements Generate

Preliminary Project Descriptions during early design phases Review

submittals for conformance with contract documents Review substitutions

for equivalency of product attributes including life cycle,

sustainability and risk assessment Maintain, edit, and establish new

standard specifications sections and firmwide templates Communicates

effectively with the project team, client, and consultants during the

project duration Assists project teams with technical details and

provides necessary technical information Researches and has access to

the latest information from manufacturers and vendors Has a broad

knowledge of projects related to healthcare environments Continuously

works to improve and implement techniques to develop specifications Must

be willing to listen to other and communicate efficiently with team

members Assists with training and mentoring less experienced staff Work

seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership The Fine Print

Bachelor's degree in Architecture Licensed Architect is preferred CDT,

CSI CCS Certified is 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 Annual base salary is $65,000 -

$100,000 based on experience Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected

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