CannonDesign

We design solutions that help people continuously flourish. Living-Centered Design is how we do it.

Specification Writer IV

Content WriterContent WriterFull TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

96 days ago

Salary

$97.5K - $121.8K / year

Bachelor Degree8 yrs expEnglishCloud

Job Description

• Work as part of the project team, under the guidance of the Architect of Record, to produce Project Manuals utilizing the CannonDesign Master with specification editing software required. • Author Division 00-14 Architectural sections, and as needed custom sections, for inclusion into the Project Manual. • Manage multiple projects and deadlines – phases, milestone deliveries for various project delivery types. • Mentor less experienced Specification Writers and Coordinators to best practices of the industry. • With a Specification Coordinator, coordinating the Project Manual for all other disciplines. • Review and provide revisions to project specific Keynotes. • Review in-progress drawings, ensuring complete and coordinated technical specifications and offering modifications and improvements when appropriate. • Propose continual development and improvement of master specifications including specialized content for project type or regional conditions as well as sustainable content, based on project work. • Maintains awareness of industry reference standards and resources. • Engaged in the development of firm-wide standards. • Participate in progress meetings scheduled for assigned projects. Educate less experienced staff regarding specification content. • As required during CA Phase, assist project teams with shop drawing and product substitution review. • Collaborate with peers, via regularly scheduled firm-wide specifications writers' meetings, to develop best practices and share knowledge. • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, within the firm's compliance policies. • Support Sustainability goals of the firm. • Act as a mentor to others. • May perform other duties as required.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor degree required; Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or related field preferred. Master degree preferred.
  • A minimum of 8 years of related experience required in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry – which must include a minimum of five (5) or more years of specifications writing experience.
  • Current Architectural or Engineering license preferred
  • CSI certification required; CCS certification also preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge in discipline and focused areas including project delivery methods
  • Detailed understanding of Contracts and relationship to Division 00 & 01.
  • Knowledge of building codes and construction techniques is required.
  • Advanced technical knowledge is essential. Ability to perform Coordination QA/QC across disciplines.
  • Experience with Engineering Specifications a plus.
  • Must possess business acumen, be a critical thinker and highly analytical.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
  • Must be proficient in MS Office, including Teams and OneNote, as well as BlueBeam Revu.
  • Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud and MS Lists is preferred.
  • Familiarity with specification editing software is required; proficiency in e-SPECS for Revit is preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Flexible spending account options
  • Voluntary insurances
  • Paid time off
  • Flex-time schedules
  • Hybrid work options
  • 401k plan
  • Employee perk programs

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