Architectural Specification Writer, Intermediate

DTR Consulting Services

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of Architectural or Commercial Interiors experience.
  • 3+ years of specification writing and editing experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, interior architecture, or related field preferred.
  • Familiarity with researching product materials and manufacturers.
  • Proficient in developing and formatting specifications for various disciplines.
  • Membership in CSI; CDT certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Develop technical specifications in collaboration with senior architects.
  • Prepare and format project manuals for diverse project types.
  • Assist client designers with product selections.
  • Mentor junior specifiers in multiple offices.
  • Update in-house specification masters using ARCOM/AVITRU.
  • Participate in project meetings with Project Managers and clients.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous PTO including vacation, personal, and sick days.
  • Professional development assistance with training opportunities.
  • 401(k) match and profit-sharing plans.
  • Performance bonuses and paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Sacramento (Roseville) and Santa Rosa, CA Office's of DTR Consulting Services, Inc. (DTR) are actively seeking Intermediate Specification Writers who love continual learning, and have great social and communication skills. Candidates may be a current architect or support person currently working in an architectural firm assisting in the development of project specifications.

This position will include working with senior architects and building envelope architects to develop technical specifications, accurately prepare project manuals, and work with our client designers assisting with product selections. Person may also mentor junior specifiers in multiple offices.

Candidate will work on high profile projects around the country on Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Hospitality, Civic, Retail, Institutional and High-End Residential type projects. This position also assists in building DTR's technical libraries in multiple offices.

Qualified candidates are considered problem solvers with the ability to develop practical and innovative solutions for the built environment, holds licensure as an Architect and/or Engineer, or has other related industry-recognized professional certifications such as; CDT, CCS, CCCA or similar.

This position offers significant potential for growth in the areas of technical/ professional development and will be part of an exceptional, well regarded team working on projects throughout the United States.

Qualifications

A minimum of six years Architectural or Commercial Interiors experience with a minimum of three (full-time) years of increased responsibility in writing, editing and developing specifications, plus:
  • Bachelor's in Architecture, interior architecture, construction management, or related field, a plus.
  • Experience in assisting teams in researching product materials and manufactures for architectural projects
  • Develop specifications; including edits, (for Divisions 01 through 14, 31 and 32), assembling project manuals, printing and formatting specifications for all disciplines
  • Coordinate with team consultants, co-edit sections, and omit duplications and omissions
  • Develop/update in-house masters using ARCOM/AVITRU and other available material
  • Proficient in reading drawings (plans and elevations), details, and specifications
  • Accompany Project Managers in project meetings and other coordination efforts with firm clients and building owners. Travel outside local area as workload and projects require
  • You're smart, ambitious, work well with others, and have high ethical standards
  • You understand that a single person can have a great impact on the success of an organization, but depend on and work with your team in order to achieve such success
  • Perform specification edits, assembling Project Manuals, printing and formatting specifications for all disciplines
  • Membership in Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). CDT Certification is a plus. CCS, and LEED AP will merit additional consideration
  • Software Proficiency
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, w/ advanced Word training.
    • Proficient with MS Outlook Email & Calendar
    • Bluebeam Revu & Adobe Acrobat to respond to Client reviews.


Additional Information

Applicants MUSTsubmit a formal Cover Letter outlining how their experience meets the job requirements and what their professional aspirations are. Include an up to date resume, which includes a full career history. Applicants can submit these documents as one or more PDF file, or paste your cover letter into the notes section. Resumes received without a Cover Letter, will NOT be considered.

Compensation & Benefits: Excellent compensation plus comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO (Vacation, Personal Time & Sick Days), generous Professional Development Assistance, 401(k) match, Profit Sharing, & Performance Bonuses, Paid Holidays, Direct Deposit and Free Parking. Great Place to work and grow professionally (including very adventurous Staff Appreciation Days). Must have a good driving record and willing to travel. DTR will provide professional training professional development assistance,
plus ongoing building science educational training.

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