Architectural Specifications Writer

Parsons Professional Services Incorporated is a Toronto-based practice with projects in the transit and transportation sector.

We work closely as an integrated practice and have developed high standards of communication, project documentation, contract administration and risk management.

Our Toronto office is seeking an Architectural Specifications Writer to join our integrated facilities team to prepare project manuals for a variety of complex architectural project types.

The major responsibilities of this role include:

• preparation of technical documents (specifications and other contract documents) for incorporation into Project Manuals for a broad range of complex building project types related to transit/transportation; heavy rail, light rail, subway, zero emission bus infrastructure, aviation, public/civic projects, etc.).

• interpretation of architectural, engineering and other related contract documents (drawings, specifications, reports, studies, etc.) and assisting the Project Architect/Manager in the development of information specific to the project.

• oversight of the preparation of Project Manuals with the Project team.

• the provision of quality control review of all contract documents prepared by both internal and external sources.

• the training of junior and Intermediate level specification writers.

• the education of staff on issues related to specifications, keynoting, technical material information, Project manuals and the provision of assistance with educational bulletins related to new product materials and new technology for staff members.

• collaboration with Project Managers, Team Leads, Architects, Engineers and Designers to ensure delivery of all submissions to established schedules

• continuous assistance in the ongoing development of office master specifications.

• coordination of scheduling and production of Project Manuals with teams for creation of on time deliverables.

• collaboration with project teams, specification team members, document control and IT staff to ensure smooth information transfer and precise document development.

• ongoing technical research of new building technology methods and materials.

• serving as a resource for technical questions, technical detail review, submittal review and material and product selections.

• Maintenance of technical documents (codes, standards, technical literature) and information databases.

Qualifications for this position include:

• 10+ years of general experience within the architectural profession.

• 5+ years of dedicated specification writing experience for various building types.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Diploma in Architectural Technology.

• excellent communication and organization skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Specification Writer (RSW) or Certified Specification Practitioner (CSP).

• Active member of Construction Specifications Canada (CSC).

• Certified Construction Specifier (CCS).

• Active member of Construction Specifications Institute (CSI).

• LEED AP.

Minimum Salary $80k/pa

For more information, visit: https://jobs.parsons.com/jobs/architectural-specifications-writer-virtual-office-ontario-jobs

Last Updated Date: 2024/Apr/04