Senior Specifications Writer - Remote/Hybrid BIM

Archinect

Seattle (WA)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dependent Care FSA

Long-term Disability Insurance

Group Term Life Insurance

401(k) with matching & profit-sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

LMN is seeking an outstanding Specifications Writer to translate design intent into clear, comprehensive project specifications for a range of architectural projects in Seattle. The ideal candidate will combine strong architectural knowledge with expert technical writing and familiarities with CSI MasterFormat and BIM workflows.

The role offers hybrid or remote work with in-office Mondays through Thursdays.

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of experience in a range of architectural skills with a minimum of 5 years of experience writing specifications.
Excellent technical writing skills.
Experienced in technical documentation.
Contract administration experience preferred.
CSI CDT Certification preferred, CSI CCS certification is a plus.
LEED accreditation preferred as is a strong understanding of sustainable design and healthy materials.
Revit familiarity preferred.
Ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative team environment.
Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to organize, schedule time for and process multiple projects at once.
Excellent skills necessary with Microsoft Word and Excel, MasterSpec and MasterWorks, SpecLink familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintaining LMN’s master set of Project Specifications.
Developing strategies for integrating project specifications with BIM workflows.
Collaborate with quality assurance staff and participate in phase initiation meetings with project teams.
Coordinate with project teams to develop strategies for the development of project specific specifications.
Prepare technical architectural specifications, primarily involving CSI Divisions 0 through 14.
Work constructively with project teams on the development of specifications appropriate for each project type and phase.
Coordinate with consultants on preparation of other CSI Divisions.
Research innovative products and systems and share findings with the firm.
Mentor staff and provide internal training as appropriate.
Facilitate vendor relationships.
Contribute to the development of technical best practices.
Participate as a core member of the LIQUID (Leadership In Quality & Innovative Design) group.