An Architectural Specifications Writer assists with preparing 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 specifications writer engages with the firm's Specifications Team to provide firmwide direction on technical requirements and standards. This individual ideally exhibits an understanding of building materials, assemblies, systems, details, codes, construction techniques, and communication strategies.
Activities may include the following:
Partner with Project Managers and Project Architects and consultant disciplines to coordinate, prepare, and expedite specifications for construction documents
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
Assist project teams with technical details and provides necessary technical information
Research the latest information from manufacturers and vendors
Work seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership to improve and implement techniques to develop specifications
The Fine Print
Bachelor's degree in Architecture
Licensed Architect is preferred
CDT, CSI CCS Certified is preferred
Specifications experience and/or combination of Project Architect and specifications writing experience
Experience with BSD Spec-Link-E a plus (will be using software)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
Annual base salary is $65,000 - $100,000 based on experience