Specifications Writer I Job at JLG Architects in Minneapolis

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Summary: Specifications Writers are the technical backbone of project delivery. They work quickly and efficiently to support the design with pinpoint accurate data. Assisting the Project Designer, Project Architect and Project Manager, and specifications team through ongoing project review, Specifications Writers assure top tier project outcomes.

Why JLG? Because we work together to empower the future of architecture and design, driving dynamic solutions that make lives better. We are employee owners, collectively invested in the success of our clients, communities, and each other. Our candidates bring a diverse background of talent, a spirit of collaboration, and an enduring desire to help others thrive. At JLG, you will find inspiration to ignite change, challenge the status quo, and build resilient foundations for the next generation of industry, education, healthcare, sports, and civic service.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for generation of specification contract documents including initial coordination of Spec Quest with project teams.
• Execute milestones and timelines with minimal oversight and direction.
• Provide effective verbal, graphic and written communication laterally and vertically with project teams.
• Propose solutions to problems that maintain the design intent, are code compliant, and demonstrate a full understanding of best construction practices.
• Review and respond to RFIs and assist in producing necessary documentation in the Construction Administration phase.
• Specification Writers conduct themselves with utmost integrity and set an example of JLGer behavior. They complete work in a timely fashion at the highest standards of quality.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in practice, including internships.
• Advanced knowledge of building codes and building science.
• Advanced knowledge of product data.
• Ability to manage data for up to three projects at once.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's or Master's of Architecture from an accredited university.
• Registered architect, or actively pursuing licensure as demonstrated by minimum one passed exam and additional two purchased testing credits.
• Successful completion of AXP demonstrated by provided NCARB record.
• Ability to provide job functions on projects up to $70 M.
• Total project portfolio demonstrating experience of minimum $250 M in construction value.
• Advanced knowledge of project budget management demonstrated through cost analysis on minimum of five projects.

EEO statement: JLG Architects will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability status, military service and protected veteran status, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status regarding public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or ordinances in any aspect of employment.