Eppstein Uhen Architects
Architectural Specifications Writer
Eppstein Uhen Architects, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80219
An Architectural Specifications Writer develops, writes, edits, and prepares technical project specifications/project manuals for architectural projects primarily emanating out of the Denver 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.
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Work with Project Managers and Project Architects to prepare specifications for construction documentsInteract, coordinate and expedite specification preparation among consultant disciplinesConduct technical investigation of products, materials and construction methodsEnsure compliance with related codes and regulations, including NFPA 285 assemblies and productsPrepare contract conditions, general and bidding requirementsGenerate Preliminary Project Descriptions during early design phasesReview submittals for conformance with contract documentsReview substitutions for equivalency of product attributes including life cycle, sustainability and risk assessmentMaintain, edit, and establish new standard specifications sections and firmwide templatesCommunicate effectively with the project team, client, and consultants during the project durationAssist project teams with technical details and provide necessary technical informationResearch and have access to the latest information from manufacturers and vendorsHave a broad knowledge of projects related to workplace environments, learning environments (K12), multi-family residential, aerospace and high tech offices, and healthcare environmentsContinuously work to improve and implement techniques to develop specificationsMust be willing to listen to others and communicate efficiently with team membersAssist with training and mentoring less experienced staffWork seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in ArchitectureLicensed Architect is preferredCDT, CSI CCS Certified is preferred8+ years of specifications experience and/or combination of Project Architect and specifications writing experienceExperience with BSD Spec-Link-E a plus (required to learn software)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office programsBase salary is $65,000 - $100,000 based off of experience
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Interested in learning more about this job Scroll down and find out what skills, experience and educational qualifications are needed.Responsibilities:
Work with Project Managers and Project Architects to prepare specifications for construction documentsInteract, coordinate and expedite specification preparation among consultant disciplinesConduct technical investigation of products, materials and construction methodsEnsure compliance with related codes and regulations, including NFPA 285 assemblies and productsPrepare contract conditions, general and bidding requirementsGenerate Preliminary Project Descriptions during early design phasesReview submittals for conformance with contract documentsReview substitutions for equivalency of product attributes including life cycle, sustainability and risk assessmentMaintain, edit, and establish new standard specifications sections and firmwide templatesCommunicate effectively with the project team, client, and consultants during the project durationAssist project teams with technical details and provide necessary technical informationResearch and have access to the latest information from manufacturers and vendorsHave a broad knowledge of projects related to workplace environments, learning environments (K12), multi-family residential, aerospace and high tech offices, and healthcare environmentsContinuously work to improve and implement techniques to develop specificationsMust be willing to listen to others and communicate efficiently with team membersAssist with training and mentoring less experienced staffWork seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in ArchitectureLicensed Architect is preferredCDT, CSI CCS Certified is preferred8+ years of specifications experience and/or combination of Project Architect and specifications writing experienceExperience with BSD Spec-Link-E a plus (required to learn software)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office programsBase salary is $65,000 - $100,000 based off of experience
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