Project ArchitectSpecification Writer
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Job Location:
Columbus, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We have an opening for a Project Architect specializing in specification writing. We operate within a hybrid work model supporting flexibility between office time and work from this model this role could be based in the following cities:
- Cleveland OH
- Columbus OH
- Washington DC
Position Summary:
As a Project Architect focusing on specification writing at DLR Group you will coordinate with architects engineers interior designers owners construction managers and other specialty consultants to prepare project specifications for bidding and construction.
You will be responsible for preparation management and quality control of project manual development for large and small projects. This includes coordinating with project teams in multiple offices and on multiple project types simultaneously to produce a quality work product while adhering to project addition to your project responsibilities you are expected to stay current on product developments new materials code changes and industry trends to bring expertise to the project teams regarding product selections.
The successful candidate will:
- Be proficient in writing technical specifications.
- Have a comprehensive understanding of the various design disciplines and the ability to coordinate and lead them in developing project specifications.
- Provide positive and constructive mentorship and support to other team members.
- Have extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional practice from concept design through project close-out.
- Have strong design aptitude outstanding organizational and communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others effectively.
- Review drawings and schedules identify and propose technical solutions to design challenges.
- Produce accurate documents aligned with firm standards for project assignments.
- Prepare written Architectural Project Specifications/Project Manuals for Bidding and Construction.
- Prepare Construction Procurement and Contracting Requirements when requested.
- Communicate to Project Manager the progress of assignments according to the established project schedule and work plan.
- Provide material/product technical and Construction Documentation support to the firm.
- Provide review of Submittals when substitutions have been submitted and when PA finds specific significant issues.
- Participate in Office initiatives
Required Qualifications:
- Ten or more years of architectural practice experience with a minimum of five years of experience writing architectural project specifications.
- Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited program.
- Construction Documents Technology (CDT) certification.
- Knowledge of applicable construction codes and procedures.
- Knowledge of CSIs Project Delivery Practice Guide and AIAs The Architects Handbook to Professional Practice.
- Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite AIA Contract Documents and AIA MasterSpec.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional License/Registered Architect
- Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) certification.
- LEED WELL Accreditation.
- Experience in the use of REVIT and CAD computer modeling and rendering software.
- Experience working with Sustainability language for specifications
- Experience working with Sustainability consultants to ensure inclusion of sustainable products.
*TO BE CONSIDERED PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT*
We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration open information sharing shared risk and reward value-based decision making and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge the ME2040 and the SE2050 and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment.
Through our values commitment creativity environmental stewardship fun integrity ownership sharing teamwork we elevate the human experience through design together.
DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
- Rhinoceros 3D
- Bluebeam
- Construction Experience
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Detailing
- Renovation
- Sketchup
- Adobe Photoshop
- Autocad
- Revit
- Sketch
- Adobe Indesign
About Company
DLR Group is a global, integrated design firm with a core practice in architecture, engineering, interiors, and planning.
