Specifications Writer

TalentSphere; Winnipeg; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established architecture firm in Winnipeg is looking for a Specification Writer. The successful candidate will interpret architectural plans and prepare specifications for various projects. They seek someone with a relevant degree and 4+ years of industry experience. This role offers remote work opportunities, competitive salary, and room for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Leadership and mentorship

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in specification writing.
• Prior experience with public clients is a plus.
• Registered specifications writer is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Interpret design plans and prepare material lists.
• Review contracts and legal specifications.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Specification writing

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Revit

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or related field

Job description

Job Description

Specification Writer

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Competitive salary + benefits package

Multi-disciplinary firm

Remote Work

THE COMPANY

An opening now exists with a well established Architecture firm, for a qualified Architectural Specification Writer. Their focus is primarily on large commercial, public, mixed use and multi-family projects and they have a reputation for excellence within the industry.

THE JOB

Reporting to one of the principals, the firm's Specification Writer will interpret architectural and interior design plans and prepare material lists and specifications to be used as standards by contractors related to building construction activities. You will be aware of the products on the market, assisting in maintaining and developing the firm's library of catalogs and other information for the designers and architects to use. In addition to preparing project manuals and writing technical descriptions and specifications, you will review contracts and legal specifications and ensure that documents are ready for printing, signing, sealing and distribution. You will work collaboratively with project teams and the firm's stakeholders to ensure specifications are coherent with project requirements.

WHAT\'S REQUIRED

Candidate must have a bachelor\'s degree in architecture, architectural technology or another construction-related field, with at least 4+ years of experience in the industry doing specification writing. Computer skills that are essential include Word and Excel and knowledge or familiarity with Revit is also preferred. The successful candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills as you will working with contractors, clients and medium size team. Prior experience with public clients and their projects is a plus. Being a registered specifications writer would be a real asset.

WHAT YOU GET IN RETURN

• Be involved in specifications for an exciting range of projects
• Work remotely, with flexibility and a supportive company
• Great leadership and mentorship
• Opportunities for growth
• Competitive compensation package

WHAT TO DO NOW

An exciting opportunity awaits the successful candidate, including a competitive base salary and an extensive range of benefits. If you believe that this position as a Specification Writer could be a perfect fit for you, please send your resume immediately, or if you know the perfect person for this position then feel free to forward this correspondence. We thank you for your application, however, only candidates who meet the job requirements as outlined above, will be contacted.