HOK ยท 2 weeks ago
Sr Specification Writer
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expHOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers dedicated to improving people's lives and healing the planet. They are hiring a Sr Specifications Writer responsible for developing detailed project specifications and assisting project teams in coordinating contract documents.
ArchitectureCivil Engineering
Responsibilities
Understand the project design requirements and translates those requirements into materials, methods, equipment, procedures, installation, and certification testing necessary to provide the narrative descriptions which are used to procure, install and erect building components
Provides quality management reviews and technical advice in design development through construction document phases
Performs product research; assists project designers with material selection and system research
Acts as a risk management resource to other project leaders
Develops and maintains relationships with vendors
Provides continual development and improvement of HOK Master Specifications including its specialized content for project type or regional conditions as well as sustainable content
Responsible for integration of specifications into the building SMART initiative
Participates in project life cycle cost analysis
Maintains technical resource library and list of technical resource contacts
May conduct internal specifications training
Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices
Fosters a culture of external and internal client service
Reviews drawings and other project information to write and edit specifications for projects and coordinates compliance with project requirements, institutional guidelines, HOK standards, technical conditions, acceptable standards, and existing laws, rules, regulations and codes
Prepare and review the procurement and contracting requirements, including the Division 1 General Requirement sections
Assists architects and project designers with review and coordination of project agreements relative to professional service and general condition issues
Reviews LEED scorecard and provides knowledgeable input on material product selection for LEED certification. Provides project budget input related to product and system value choices regarding cost versus quality
Assists project managers and architects with material and system constructability analysis
Assists project architects with shop drawing and product substitution review
Coordinates and reviews consultant technical specifications for conformance with HOK standards
Archives technical files to ensure consistent project milestone documentation
Participates in developing and improving HOK document standards and best practice procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering or equivalent in education or experience required
10 years in architectural practice with prior experience in specifications development
Advanced knowledge in one or more building and facility types such as Sports, Recreation, Hospitality and Corporate/Commercial
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Registered Architect with current license preferred
NCARB registration preferred
LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred
Construction Specifications Institute Certification preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
401(K) savings plans
Disability, life and accident insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Parental leave
Flexible work schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays
Company
HOK
HOK is an international architecture and engineering firm.
1001-5000 employees
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