Array Architects · 6 days ago
Specifications Writer
Array Architects is seeking a Senior Specification Writer to serve as an integral member of the firm’s Quality Assurance Team, reporting to and working closely with the Quality Assurance Director. This role is critical to maintaining technical excellence, consistency, and risk mitigation across Array’s healthcare-focused practice, supporting complex project delivery through well-executed specifications and collaboration with project teams.
ConsultingHealth CareLegalProduct Design
Responsibilities
Prepare project-specific Project Manuals in accordance with Array standards, QA/QC protocols, and healthcare best practices
Manage specifications across multiple projects, phases, milestones, and delivery methods
Collaborate with Architectural and Interior Design leadership to align specifications with design intent and technical requirements
Work collaboratively with project teams to mentor staff in specification writing, coordination, and best practices
Coordinate Project Manual content across all disciplines and consultants to ensure consistency and completeness
Review in-progress drawings to verify coordination with specifications; identify gaps, conflicts, and risk areas, and recommend improvements in alignment with QA objectives
Partner with the Quality Assurance Director and QA Team to identify opportunities for improvement in specification workflows, standards, and tools
Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of master specifications, including project-type, regional, sustainability, and risk-informed content
Maintain awareness of applicable codes, standards, and industry reference materials and incorporate them into technical documents
Participate in project and QA-related meetings to support coordination, quality, and delivery
Perform thorough self-review of work for accuracy, clarity, and completeness
Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment that supports knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
Develop and maintain vendor relationships in compliance with firm policies and QA requirements
Support the firm’s sustainability goals through responsible material selection and specification strategies
Contribute to the advancement of BIM and technology workflows as they relate to specifications, QA, and documentation quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture required; current Architectural Registration strongly preferred
Minimum 15 -20 years of professional experience, with demonstrated experience in healthcare architecture
Proven experience leading specifications on complex, technically demanding projects
Advanced understanding of architectural building systems, construction methods, and material applications
Technology proficient in specification tools and software
Strong working knowledge of building codes and the ability to research, interpret, and apply requirements within technical documents
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and mentor staff with varying levels of experience
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, multi-office environment
Ability to travel periodically as required; overtime may be necessary to meet project deadlines
Company
Array Architects
Array Architects is a Pennsylvania-based healtchcare design firm.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2022-07-11
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