This position utilizes knowledge of the contract documents / construction drawings, construction products, materials, and methods to write and edit specifications for a variety of complex projects and building types including retail, hospitality, multi-family, grocery, theaters, office environments, and industrial and fulfillment centers. Position requires the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while coordinating the specifics of each project with a variety of in house teams, consulting engineers and third party vendors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Produces project specific Project Manuals utilizing MasterSpec, SpecLink Cloud, or client-based specifications in conjunction with Microsoft Word and Bluebeam Revu.
- Manages multiple projects and deadlines • phases, milestone deliveries and various project delivery types.
- Coordinates the Project Manual efforts of all disciplines and consultants.
- Reviews in-progress drawings, ensuring complete and coordinated technical specifications and offering modifications and improvements when appropriate.
- Proposes continual development and improvement of office master specifications including its specialized content for project type or regional conditions as well as sustainable content, based on project work.
- Maintains awareness of industry reference standards and resources.
- Participates in kick off and process meetings scheduled for assigned projects.
- Assists project managers and architects with product substitution review.
- Collaborates with peers to develop best practices and share knowledge. Mentor emerging professionals.
- Develops and maintains relationships with vendors.
- Supports Sustainability goals of the client or firm.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- A NAAB accredited degree in Architecture preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 8+ years• related experience.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Professional licensure, CDT certification and CSI membership preferred. Knowledge of building codes and construction techniques is essential.
- A valid driver's license is required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Must be proficient in MS Office and working with MasterSpec and SpecLink Cloud.
- Ability to work independently, taking initiative, setting priorities, and seeing projects/tasks through to completion.
- Discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information.
- Exhibit a strong customer service approach.
- Candidate must be eager to learn and have excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, exceptional initiative, and ability to work effectively in a professional atmosphere with strong written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to work well with all levels of teammates.
Working Conditions:
- Work performed primarily in an office setting.
- Most work performed on a computer while seated.
- Travel may be required.
- Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
Full-time Exempt
