Sr Specification Writer

Description

• Assists architects and project designers with review and coordination of project agreements relative to professional service and general condition issues.
• Reviews LEED scorecard and provides knowledgeable input on material product selection for LEED certification. Provides project budget input related to product and system value choices regarding cost versus quality.
• Acts as a risk management resource to other project leaders.
• Participates in developing and improving HOK document standards and best practice procedures.
• Participates in project life cycle cost analysis
• Assists project managers and architects with material and system constructability analysis.
• Reviews drawings and other project information to write and edit specifications for projects and coordinates compliance with project requirements, institutional guidelines, HOK standards, technical conditions, acceptable standards, and existing laws, rules, regulations and codes.
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service.
• Maintains technical resource library and list of technical resource contacts.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Responsible for integration of specifications into the building SMART initiative.
• Coordinates and reviews consultant technical specifications for conformance with HOK standards.
• Develops and maintains relationships with vendors.
• Prepare and review the procurement and contracting requirements, including the Division 1 General Requirement sections.
• Assists project architects with shop drawing and product substitution review.
• Archives technical files to ensure consistent project milestone documentation.
• May conduct internal specifications training.
• Provides quality management reviews and technical advice in design development through construction document phases.
• Provides continual development and improvement of HOK Master Specifications including its specialized content for project type or regional conditions as well as sustainable content
• Performs product research; assists project designers with material selection and system research.

Requirements

• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.
• Ability to produce a well-coordinated, detail-oriented, fully integrated Project Manual.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Degree in architecture, architectural technology, engineering or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years in architectural practice with prior experience in specifications development.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and produce results within deadline.
• Registered Architect or Architectural Technologist preferred
• Must have or be eligible to obtain a Reliability Status or higher-level security clearance with PSPC.
• Strong knowledge of architectural design, engineering coordination, design trends, products, construction methodology, building systems, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
• Proficiency in specifications software programs such as e-SPECS preferred.
• Construction Specifications Institute Certification preferred.
• Understands the project design requirements and translates those requirements into materials, methods, equipment, procedures, installation, and certification testing necessary to provide the narrative descriptions which are used to procure, install and erect building components.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction procedures and schedules.
• Strong knowledge of building envelope components, interior plans and material requirements of all building and facility types. Advanced knowledge in one or more types such as Institutional, Courthouse, Justice, specifications preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance