Assembly Writer

Description An

Work with Project Managers and Project Architects to prepare specifications for construction documents

Interact, coordinate and expedite specification preparation among consultant disciplines

Conduct technical investigation of products, materials and construction methods

Ensure compliance with related codes and regulations, including NFPA 285 assemblies and products

Prepare contract conditions, general and bidding requirements

Generate Preliminary Project Descriptions during early design phases

Review submittals for conformance with contract documents

Review substitutions for equivalency of product attributes including life cycle, sustainability and risk assessment

Maintain, edit, and establish new standard specifications sections and firmwide templates

Communicates effectively with the project team, client, and consultants during the project duration

Assists project teams with technical details and provides necessary technical information

Researches and has access to the latest information from manufacturers and vendors

Has a broad knowledge of projects related to healthcare environments

Continuously works to improve and implement techniques to develop specifications

Must be willing to listen to other and communicate efficiently with team members

Assists with training and mentoring less experienced staff

Work seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership

Job Details

Description An Architectural Specifications Writer develops, writes, edits, and prepares technical project specifications / project manuals for architectural projects primarily emanating from our healthcare studio, while also coordinating and linking the information back to the overall firm. The writer coordinates the specifications with drawings and design documents to establish material and installation requirements. The individual also helps create and maintain office standard specifications and project templates. The specifications writer works with the firm’s Specifications Team to develop firmwide technical requirements and standards and assists with training of staff. This individual must exhibit a thorough understanding of building materials, assemblies, systems, details, codes, construction techniques, and communication strategies.

Work with Project Managers and Project Architects to prepare specifications for construction documents

Interact, coordinate and expedite specification preparation among consultant disciplines

Conduct technical investigation of products, materials and construction methods

Ensure compliance with related codes and regulations, including NFPA 285 assemblies and products

Prepare contract conditions, general and bidding requirements

Generate Preliminary Project Descriptions during early design phases

Review submittals for conformance with contract documents

Review substitutions for equivalency of product attributes including life cycle, sustainability and risk assessment

Maintain, edit, and establish new standard specifications sections and firmwide templates

Communicates effectively with the project team, client, and consultants during the project duration

Assists project teams with technical details and provides necessary technical information

Researches and has access to the latest information from manufacturers and vendors

Has a broad knowledge of projects related to healthcare environments

Continuously works to improve and implement techniques to develop specifications

Must be willing to listen to other and communicate efficiently with team members

Assists with training and mentoring less experienced staff

Work seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership

The Fine Print

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect is preferred

CDT, CSI CCS Certified is preferred

8+ years of specifications experience and/or combination of Project Architect and specifications writing experience

Experience with BSD Spec-Link-E a plus (required to learn software)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Annual base salary is $65,000 - $100,000 based on experience

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