Regional Specifications Leader (East Region)

DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?Watch Our Story:' ' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of Regional Specifications Leader, we'll count on you to: Determine, contribute to, and drive specifications goals as necessary by project needsDiscover, create, develop, and implement new products, systems, and componentsGather and promote actions for lessons learned and project experiencesAssist in hiring regional full-time specifications writing and support staffProvide education to staff about best practices, products, and specificationsTrain, mentor, and encourage staff in developing specifications writing proficiency and convey the importance of specifications in concert with the delivery modelsGather critical information about office and regional specification needs, issues, and activities Elevate relevant information firmwide and to the Architectural Business Group (ABG) as neededFoster collegial sharing of information and specification initiatives and other beneficial activitiesCommunicate specification developments and updates to regional usersProvide feedback on regional needs to Specifications TeamContribute information and materials to SharePoint and Teams portalSupervise and support local full-time Specification Writers and support staff in their regionProvide specification support for regional users (i.e., in-depth technical & product support, regional codes and standards, etc.)Assist with quality control and quality assurance processesLiaison for project engagement with software platforms for design, planning, analytics, sustainability, equipment, etc.Provide consistency in the delivery of our project specificationsPrepare specifications for technical projects through all phases and packages while ensuring compatibility with drawings and/or technical conditionsReinforce established practices by action on large projects and mentoring other projectsAssist with project contract language, proposals, project digital teamsRecommend materials, procedures, and technical specification requirements and contentsAssist project leadership aligning user skillsets with project requirements Write technical specifications in compliance with project requirements, acceptable standards and existing laws, rules, regulations and codesExhibit the utmost in professionalism, outstanding communications skills and the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced work environmentDemonstrate diligence, attention to detail and overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines Keywords: Regional Specifications Leader, architecture, Construction Specifications Institute, CDT, CSS, CSI, *LI-MJ1Preferred QualificationsExtensive knowledge of CSI principles and construction materialsLEED accreditation Master of Architecture degreeConstruction Specifications Institute CDT certificationPreference given to local candidatesQualificationsRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceA minimum of 10 years experience Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role Strong communication and listening skills Ability to handle multiple assignments Good leadership and organizational skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We BelieveHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.Our CommitmentAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.Job Field: ArchitectureSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular