Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience with specifications.
Proficient in recommending materials and technical specifications requirements.
Experience with Microsoft Office software.
Commitment to active participation in a collaborative, employee-owned culture.
Responsibilities
Prepare design development and contract document specifications for technical projects.
Write technical specifications in compliance with project requirements and regulations.
Create bid sheets and measurement/payment sections of specifications.
Assist with legal and 'front end' specifications, including general conditions documents.
Recommend materials and oversee document production for technical specifications.
Maintain and modify master specification sections in line with industry changes.
Perform additional duties as required.
Benefits
Inclusive company culture prioritizing employee engagement and empowerment.
Access to Employee Network Groups fostering diversity and belonging.
Opportunity to influence community well-being through architectural design.
Collaborative environment with architects, planners, and technical experts.
Chances to advance resilience and sustainability initiatives in projects.
Full Job Description
In the role of Specification Specialist II, we'll count on you to:
Prepare design development and contract documents specifications for technical projects while ensuring compatibility with drawings and/or technical conditions
Write technical specifications in compliance with project requirements, acceptable standards and existing laws, rules and regulations and codes
Prepare bid sheet and measurement and payment section of specifications
Assist with legal and 'front end' specification, including but not limited to general conditions, supplementary general conditions, and any other necessary and related documents
Have significant breadth of knowledge with ability to recommend materials, procedures and technical specifications requirements and contents, and to oversee production of completed documents and specifications
Maintain master specification sections for use on corporate level, and modify these standard sections as construction industry changes
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Preference given to candidates currently residing in the NYC-Area
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
A minimum of 5 years experience working with specifications
Knowledge in the ability to recommend materials, procedures, and technical specifications requirements and contents
Experience with Microsoft Office
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
About HDR
HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
