Senior Architectural Specifications Writer (Architect 6)
CDM Smith - Clarksville, Tennessee, United States, 37040
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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. At CDM Smith, we are invested in your success. We are open to full-remote and hybrid schedules for this position. This position can be based out of any CDM Smith U.S. based office. Responsibilities:
Under general direction, writes, edits and coordinates use of basic to advanced architectural technical specifications for design or design-build in partnership with project architects. Contribute to editing and coordinating engineering discipline specifications for both vertical and horizontal construction. Develops, maintains, and updates project specifications table of contents (TOC) based on section lists received from each discipline. Creates, updates, and maintains specification section development responsibility worksheets. Incorporates appropriate federal, state, and local requirements (including state or federal funding agency checklists, if applicable). Leads the quality checking process for the project technical specifications. Provides regular updates to each project’s PM and design engineer. In partnership with other specification writers, Community of Practice (CoP) leaders and discipline leaders, updates and maintains the master specifications library. Recommends updates to specifications library and other related policies and procedures. Uploads specifications sections into specifications systems (ex: ProjectWise). Compiles and maintains a complete project manual to be used for duplication and ad hoc reporting. Provides specifications related training to staff. Performs other duties as required. Job Title:
Senior Architectural Specifications Writer (Architect 6) Group:
ISO Certification/License Requirements:
Registered Architect Employment Type:
Regular Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. 11 years of related experience. Must possess RA certification. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Preferred Qualifications:
Well-rounded experience with design, project management and construction administration. Experience writing and editing architectural and engineering technical specifications for public, government and private sector projects. Experience with CSI format requirements for technical specifications, EJCDC front end documents and working with multi-discipline teams to develop specifications required. Membership in CSI with CDT or CCS certification desirable or DBIA or other construction/design industry certification requiring education, experience, testing and CE credit requirements. EEO Statement:
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Why CDM Smith?:
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith ) Job Site Location:
South United States Skills and Abilities:
Experience with product research and working with project architects to select appropriate products and installation procedures and edit associated technical specifications. Advanced knowledge of necessary formatting requirements for technical specifications. Advanced knowledge in MasterSpec, SpecsIntact and Microsoft Word software processing. Experience using cloud-based specification writing systems such as SpecPoint, SpecLink, eSpecs, etc. Excellent skills with Excel and Teams, pdf formatting, and cloud-based document organizing. Strong ability to work within client-centered, multi‐discipline, geographically dispersed design teams to both coordinate and lead project specifications development. Expert knowledge of project bidding and contract procedures. Expert knowledge of engineering design project specifications production and delivery methods, including alternate project delivery methods and approaches. Strong problem‐solving skills. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrate diligence, attention to detail and an overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines. Provide consistency in the delivery of our project specifications. Background Check and Drug Testing Information:
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. Work Location Options:
Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
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