Senior Specifications Lead

Stantec•Orlando, FL

About The Position

Stantec Buildings is seeking an experienced Specifications Writer to support long-term, high-profile projects. The role produces and coordinates project manuals and architectural specifications, provides technical guidance to project teams throughout project delivery, and maintains specification resources and software. The position also supports the implementation and transition of specifications software across Stantec’s building offices. The work is primarily in a typical office environment, with possible field work that may involve exposure to inclement weather.

Requirements

Post-secondary degree in architecture or a related field.
U.S. citizenship required.
At least 6 years of experience editing or writing architectural construction specifications.
At least 12 years of experience in the architecture industry.
Experience in building construction settings, including architecture firms specializing in commercial, multi-family, hospitality, institutional, or public works projects.
Familiarity with CSI MasterFormat, UniFormat, Section and Page Formats, administrative forms, and one or more versions of CSI project delivery or practice guides.
Strong computer skills, particularly with SpecsIntact, SpecLink, e-SPECS Linx, MS Word and Excel, Bluebeam, and FTP programs.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a team, communicate directly with owners and contractors, and work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

CSI Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) certification preferred; Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) is an asset.
Strong familiarity with SpecsIntact, UFGS masters, and AIA MasterSpec masters preferred.
Familiarity with AIA Contract Documents, particularly A201 General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.
Architectural registration preferred.
Familiarity with e-SPECS Designer, MasterWorks, and BSD SpecLink.
LEED Green Associate or Accredited Professional credentials are an asset.
Extensive knowledge of UFC, ICC, NFPA, ASTM, UL, Intertek, and FM codes and standards, as well as other referenced industry standards such as AAMA, AWS/AWI/WI, GANA, SDI, NAAMM, NFRC, and TCNA.
Knowledge of building and site structures, systems, assemblies, materials, and products.

Responsibilities

Produce project-specific project manuals containing procurement and contracting requirements, general requirements, and technical specifications.
Prepare project manuals consistent with project requirements.
Prepare preliminary or outline tabular specifications in MS Word using MasterFormat.
Prepare full-length specifications using SpecsIntact and UFGS masters.
Read project drawings to ensure specifications are coordinated.
Conduct specification coordination charrettes with project team members.
Coordinate architectural and consultant specifications.
Maintain and expand the specifier’s digital library.
Serve as a technical resource for building project teams.
Maintain relationships with product manufacturer representatives.
Assist project teams during project delivery with understanding specifications, evaluating product options and substitutions, understanding installation, resolving disputes, and project administration.
Train, mentor, and coach.
Stay current with new products, systems, and technologies.
Use database resources including UFC, UL, FM, Intertek, and NFRC.
Produce and maintain business center specification masters.
Create masters and periodically update the Federal Team’s SpecsIntact database.
Manage specification software, including submitting software problems for resolution, updating software, coordinating installation, distributing updated specification master databases, and renewing licenses.
Assist with corporate-wide specifications software transitions.
Plan and assist with implementation of new specifications software, including developing standards and planning team training across multiple Stantec building offices.
Work with software developers to provide support as needed for software implementation.