Specification Writer II

CannonDesign • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $67,540 - $84,370 • Hybrid

About The Position

You will utilize knowledge of construction products, materials, and methods to write specifications for a variety of complex projects and building types to include education, healthcare, science and technology, commercial, and interior design initiatives, and other diverse building types.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree required; Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience in the architecture, engineering or construction industry - of which a minimum of one (1) year of specifications writing experience is required.
• Basic knowledge of building codes and construction techniques is required.
• Familiarity with Contracts and relationship to Division 00 & 01.
• Solid technical knowledge is expected.
• Ability to support Coordination QA/QC across disciplines.
• Should demonstrate business acumen, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, teamwork, collaboration and conflict resolution skills are required.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Teams, MS One Note, and BlueBeam Revu is required.
• Experience with specification editing software is required; familiarity with e-SPECS for Revit is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Architectural or Engineering license preferred.
• CSI certification preferred.
• Exposure to Autodesk Construction Cloud and MS Lists is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the project team under the guidance of senior staff and the Architect of Record to assist in producing Project Manuals utilizing the CannonDesign Master with specification editing software.
• Support other specification writers in developing Division 00-14 Architectural sections and custom sections inclusion in the Project Manual.
• Support multiple projects and deadlines, contributing to milestone deliverables for various project delivery types.
• Collaborate with the Specification Coordinator to support coordination of the Project Manual for all disciplines.
• Review and provide revisions to project specific keynotes.
• Support review of in-progress drawings to ensure technical specifications are complete and coordinated.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of master specifications based on project work and feedback.
• Maintain awareness of industry reference standards and resources.
• Attend industry events as appropriate.
• Participate in progress meetings for assigned projects.
• Assist project team during CA Phase with shop drawing and product substitution reviews as needed.
• Engage with peers through firm-wide specifications writers' meetings to share knowledge and learn best practices.
• Support relationship-building with vendors in accordance with the firm's compliance policies.
• Support Sustainability goals of the firm.
• Seek mentorship from senior staff and contribute to team learning.
• Perform work under moderate supervision with opportunities to grow in independence.
• May perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances.
• We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, hybrid work options, a 401k plan, and employee perk programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level