Specification Writer-Architecture

Job Description Dewberry seeks an Architectural Specification Writer with excellent technical and communications skills to join our expanding practice. If you have a strong interest in product research, collaborating in creative design decisions, and providing technical guidance to design teams, this position may be for you. In addition to project specification writing, you will engage in quality control and may participate in project bidding and periodic construction site visits.

The successful candidate will work with all levels of staff within the firm and will take the initiative to research and develop project specifications from start to finish. Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients.

Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry.

Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century. anagers and Junior Design Staff. Technical proficiency and an ability to develop and maintain design intent throughout all project phases is necessary. As paeam, you will work on a variety of project types and be instrumental in the growth and development of the off Responsibilities You are part of a team As a member of the specification writing team, you will work among other specifiers to support clients and project teams across the country in the creation of project specifications and project manuals.

You will apply your knowledge to a variety of project types, from commercial, to civic, and institutional. You will collaborate with teams in selecting appropriate products and materials for the project type and region while working with clients and contractors to develop project manuals. As a member of the specification team, you will also aid in creating and maintaining standards and templates to support various project types and service regions.

This role provides opportunities for career growth for those who demonstrate subject matter expertise, specialization, and strong contribution to the betterment of firm standards and practices. As an Architectural Specifier, you will:
Collaborate and coordinate with multiple project teams and consultants to provide and refine information included in the construction documents - drawings and specifications. *

Oversee the preparation of Project Manuals for projects of different scales and complexity. Prepare and review the procurement and contracting requirements, including Division 0 and Division 1 sections. Coordinate those requirements with technical sections of specifications.
* Review drawings, documents, and team interviews to determine the extent of specification needs. Coordinate compliance with project requirements, firm standards, and existing laws, regulations, rules, and codes.
* Write, edit, coordinate, and produce architectural outline specifications and 3-part specifications for various types of projects following CSI Master Format.
* Perform QC review of design drawings for quality control, technical accuracy and coordination with specifications in Blue Beam or another digital format.
* Collaborate with project architects, managers, and designers in product and material selection. Perform material and product research. Coordinate with design teams and consultants and assist with material and system constructability analysis. Incorporate sustainable design solutions into projects.
* Coordinate and review engineering and consultant technical specifications and compile all into complete Project Manual.
* Provide specification support through Construction Administration. Support CA team to ensure design intent is met during construction. Assist team during construction phase to evaluate substitutions, submittals, and respond to RFIs. Obtain feedback relative to specified product performance during CA.
* Participate in developing and improving document standards and best practice procedures, coordinating with design, specification, LEED, QA/QC, and construction administration personnel.
* Develop, meet with, and maintain relationships with product representatives. Stay current with product and system development, new methods and materials, code changes, and industry trends. Educate staff on issues related to specifications, keynoting, technical materials information, new product materials, and new technology.
* Act as a resource for technical questions, technical detail review, submittal review, and material and product selections. Required Skills & Required Experience Required Skills, Knowledge, and…