Specification Writer

Description

• Stay current on product development, new materials, code changes and industry trends
• Coordinate progress and bid set printing orders and assuring that documents are ready for printing, signing, sealing and distribution.
• Develop specification requirements and solutions.
• Analyze plans and details or diagrams, observe and makes notes on materials to prepare specifications for construction activities. Write technical descriptions specifying material qualities and properties, utilizing knowledge of material standards, construction processes or manufacturing procedures.
• Interpret architectural, engineering and interior design plans and prepare material lists and specifications to be used as standards by contractors related to building construction activities.
• Work with project teams to develop documents throughout project phases.
• Prepare project manuals including general conditions with an in-depth familiarity with the various CCDC contracts and client supplementary conditions.
• Assist and mentor staff on technical issues for both project and specification related issues.
• Conduct quality reviews of construction documents while researching and preparing specifications. Be aware of the products on the market, assisting in maintaining and developing the firm library of catalogues and other information for designers and architects to use.

Requirements

• Superior written and verbal English communication skills
• Minimum 5 years of experience writing specifications
• Active Member of Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, diploma in architectural technology or another construction‐related field.
• Working towards or have obtained CSP or RSW certification and is a member of CSC
• Worked in prior building construction settings, including but not limited to architecture firms, architecture‐engineering firms, construction management or specification consulting firms.
• Extensive knowledge of building codes, industry standards, structures and materials standards
• Computer skills with an emphasis on Word, and Excel and Adobe Acrobat, FTP programs and SharePoint.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, working with others in a team setting, communicating directly with Owner and Contractor contact and working on multiple projects at the same time.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance