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Specifications Writer – Nova Scotia

Exp Global Inc.

Halifax

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

30+ days ago

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Specifications Writer in Nova Scotia, where your expertise in technical specification writing will contribute to innovative design solutions. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals dedicated to client satisfaction and sustainable results. In this role, you will prepare tender packages, interpret technical specifications, and coordinate with architects and engineers. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an employee-owned company that values diversity and creativity, fostering a challenging work environment that encourages career growth. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about construction processes, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in technical specification writing.
  • Diploma in architectural or engineering technology required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare tender packages including contracts and specifications.
  • Coordinate information on specifications and drawings.

Skills

Technical Specification Writing
Contract Writing
Contract Administration
Building Construction Awareness
Team Collaboration
Time Management
Verbal Communication
Written Communication

Education

Diploma in Architectural or Engineering Technology
Certified Specification Practitioner (CSP)
Registered Specification Writer (RSW)
LEED Accreditation

Tools

MasterFormat/SectionFormat
Job description

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Be our next Specifications WriterNova Scotia

Your work environment at EXP

In this role, you will be a part of the Design team, in the Buildings Group, based in Nova Scotia.

Our ideal candidate would have experience in some or all the following areas: technical specification writing in both architectural and engineering fields, contract writing using CCDC contract base documents, contract administration, awareness of building construction and processes, working as part of a design team, and working in an ISO 9001 registered company.

We are seeking individuals who are excited to participate with an established team of professional engineers and technologists in developing innovative multidisciplinary design solutions with an emphasis on client satisfaction.

What a day at EXP has in store for you

  • Prepare tender packages including contracts and specifications;
  • Coordinate information provided on specifications and drawings;
  • Interpret technical specifications and contract clauses and provide direction to project managers and design staff;
  • Participate in internal meetings with Architects, engineers and project managers to discuss project strategies and workflow deadlines;

What your experience looks like

  • Diploma in architectural or engineering technology or other related discipline;
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in specification writing;
  • Accreditation of either Certified Specification Practitioner (CSP) or Registered Specification Writer (RSW) is an asset;
  • LEED accreditation is an asset;
  • Knowledge of construction specification formats including MasterFormat/SectionFormat;
  • Exemplary interpersonal skills with team members and various design disciplines;
  • Detail-oriented, organized, hardworking, with a team player attitude;
  • Effective time management and an ability to perform well under pressure to meet deadlines;
  • Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
About Us

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com.

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Job Info
  • Job Identification 109905
  • Posting Date 02/21/2025, 07:22 PM
  • Degree Level Two Years College
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Locations 90 Lovett Lake Court, Halifax, NS, B3S0H6, CA
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