CDM Smith is hiring: Senior Specification Writer in Parkersburg

CDM Smith Senior Specification Writer Parkersburg, West Virginia Apply Now

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs. CDM Smith is not considering consulting firms for this position.

We are open to full-remote and hybrid schedules for this position. This position can be based out of any of the Southeast Region based offices. Orlando, Tampa, Charlotte, Raleigh, or Atlanta preferred.

Responsibilities:

1. Under general direction, writes, edits and coordinates use of basic to advanced project technical specifications related to the engineering and architecture professions, using multiple specification platforms.
2. Coordinates review of Division 00/01 with project managers and firm’s counsel.
3. Develops, maintains, and updates project specifications table of contents (TOC) based on section lists received from each discipline.
4. Creates, updates, and maintains specification section development responsibility worksheets.
5. Incorporates appropriate federal, state, and local requirements.
6. Leads the quality checking process for the project technical specifications.
7. Provides regular updates to each project’s PM and design engineer.
8. Reviews project drawings for specification continuity.
9. In partnership with other specification writers, updates and maintains the master specifications library.
10. Participates in writing new master specifications for the firm’s library as needed.
11. Uploads specifications sections into specifications systems.
12. Train, mentor, and encourage staff in developing spec writing proficiency.
13. Coordinates the work of intermediate and entry level spec writers on assigned projects.
14. Confirms and coordinates with administrative staff in preparation of documents for submittals.
15. Liaison for project engagement with specification software platforms.
16. Assist with project contract language and proposals.
17. Performs ad hoc duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree and Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA) or related technical registration/license OR Bachelor's degree and CCS Certification.
2. 7 years of related experience.
3. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Well-rounded experience with design, project management and construction administration.
2. Experience writing and editing engineering technical specifications for public, government and private sector projects.
3. Experience with HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical specifications preferred.
4. Experience with CSI format requirements for technical specifications.
5. Membership in CSI with CDT or CCS certification desirable.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Advanced knowledge of necessary formatting requirements for technical specifications.
2. Excellent skills with Excel and Teams, pdf formatting, and cloud-based document organizing.
3. Strong ability to work within client-centered, multi‐discipline engineering design teams.
4. Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
5. Demonstrate diligence, attention to detail and an overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines.

Work Location Options:

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

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