Job Description
Job Description
Company
Our Client is an employee-owned, award-winning, architectural practice firm with a proven track record in practical, innovative and economical design. During a history spanning over 60 years, our client has designed some of Canada’s most notable buildings, primarily in healthcare.
Role
Our client is searching for a Specification Writer to join its growing team.
As a Specification Writer you will perform general specification writing and coordination of allied engineering specifications for various projects primarily in the Healthcare sector.
Responsibilities :
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Prepare project manuals including general conditions with an in-depth familiarity with the various CCDC contracts and client supplementary conditions.
- Coordinate progress and bid set printing orders and assuring that documents are ready for printing, signing, sealing and distribution.
- Develop specification requirements and solutions.
- Work with project teams to develop documents throughout project phases.
- Assist and mentor staff on technical issues for both project and specification related issues.
- Function as a technical resource.
- Stay current on product development, new materials, code changes and industry trends
Experience :
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, diploma in architectural technology or another constructionrelated field.Healthcare experience is a huge assetGreat written and verbal English communication skillsComputer skills with an emphasis on Word, and Excel and Adobe Acrobat, FTP programs and SharePoint.Worked in prior building construction settings, including but not limited to architecture firms, architectureengineering firms, construction management or specification consulting firms.Excellent interpersonal skills, working with others in a team setting, communicating directly with Project Managers and Contractor contact and working on multiple projects at the same time.LEED AP and RSW certification are a plusExtensive knowledge of building codes, industry standards, structures and materials standardsPrevious experience writing specificationsSelf-starter in terms of research and follow-through.Active Member of Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) preferred