Specification Writer
Arcadis
Prepare, write, and review construction specifications and project manuals for building projects.
15 days ago ago
C$78,000 - C$117,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
CAN, Calgary, AB : 2 : Office | Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
36,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction Services
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Water
Environment
Buildings
Transport
Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
print coordination
spec writing
doc development
material lists
product research
quality review
- Coordinate progress and bid set printing orders and assuring that documents are ready for printing, signing, sealing and distribution.
- 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.
- Work with project teams to develop documents throughout project phases.
- 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.
- Stay current on product development, new materials, code changes and industry trends
- 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.
- Develop specification requirements and solutions.
What you bring
csc
word
excel
sharepoint
bachelors
5 years
- Active Member of Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) preferred
- 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.
- Computer skills with an emphasis on Word, and Excel and Adobe Acrobat, FTP programs and SharePoint.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, diploma in architectural technology or another construction‐related field.
- Worked in prior building construction settings, including but not limited to architecture firms, architecture‐engineering firms, construction management or specification consulting firms.
- Working towards or have obtained CSP or RSW certification and is a member of CSC
- Minimum 5 years of experience writing specifications
- Extensive knowledge of building codes, industry standards, structures and materials standards
- Superior written and verbal English communication skills
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Company
Overview
1888
Year Founded
The company was established in the Netherlands with a focus on reclaiming wetlands.
30+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates in over 30 countries worldwide, showcasing its extensive international reach.
€5B
2023 Revenue
Achieved €5 billion in gross revenues, reflecting strong financial performance and strategic growth.
- Evolved into a global design, engineering and consultancy powerhouse.
- Excels in major infrastructure, water management, urban building, transport and industrial manufacturing projects worldwide.
- Recent standout assignments include flood defences in New York, the Sydney Metro, and sustainable legacy planning for the Paris Olympics.
- Structured around core business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience and Intelligence—backed by digital centres of excellence.
- Notable for blending data-driven tools with traditional consulting to optimise asset lifecycles and smart infrastructure.
- People First
- Collaboration
- Client Success
- Integrity
- Sustainability
Net-Zero by 2035
GHG Emissions Target
Commitment to achieving net-zero across the entire value chain.
70% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute scope 1 and market-based scope 2 GHG emissions by 2026, measured from a 2019 baseline.
58% GHG Reduction
Emissions Progress
Achieved a 58% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by end-2023 compared to 2019 levels.
100% Renewable Energy
Energy Consumption
Purchases renewable electricity certificates to cover all office and work-from-home energy use.
- Transition of company fleet to EVs by 2030 (currently 26–35% by late 2024)
- 50% reduction in air travel emissions by 2025 (currently ~29%)
- 35% reduction in business travel emissions by 2025 (already at ~37%)
- Joined supply-chain emissions platform in 2023 to capture supplier scope 3 data
>40% Female Workforce
Gender Diversity Goal
Targets over 40% of workforce to be female by the end of 2026, reflecting a strong commitment to gender balance.
Top 25% eNPS
Employee Satisfaction Ranking
Aims to remain in the top 25% of the professional services sector for employee satisfaction, as measured by eNPS scores.
- Continues to develop people through Skills Powered Organisation and Energy Transition Academy
- GEC recruitment drive and increased focus on global roles to support diverse career paths
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