Technical Specialist

Larson Design Group•Phoenix, AZ

7d•$76,000 - $114,000

About The Position

The Technical Specialist collaborates closely with the design technical team and contributes to all stages and disciplines of design projects. As a subject-matter expert, this role ensures the technical accuracy and quality of assigned work and oversees aspects of work performed by others. The Technical Specialist also assists the Project Team in developing scope and fee estimates for small to moderate single-discipline projects or specific disciplines within multi-discipline projects. The role participates in planning and design, prepares construction documents, provides technical expertise on complex projects, and supports project delivery under the guidance of senior team members. It applies knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations; conducts QA/QC reviews; and contributes to scheduling, proposal preparation, labor-hour estimates, design calculations, technical specifications, and cost estimates. The position also collaborates across departments and with project teams to deliver the defined scope of work.

Requirements

Minimum of fifteen (15) years of job-related experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
Desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation/InRoads, hydrologic and hydraulic software packages for site layout, grading, utility, and storm water management plan design, and/or other discipline-specific programs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project team.

Responsibilities

Participate in planning and design tasks, prepare construction documents, and support successful project delivery under the guidance of senior team members.
Provide technical expertise on complex projects and reliable input and support throughout all project stages.
Build and maintain cross-departmental and interdisciplinary relationships to promote collaboration and project success.
Apply in-depth knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations to ensure compliance and high-quality design work.
Conduct QA/QC reviews of project submissions to maintain consistent and accurate deliverables.
Assist in developing project schedules, preparing technical proposals, and estimating labor hours.
Collaborate with project teams to clarify, implement, and deliver the defined scope of work.
Promote and follow established quality assurance and quality control processes to improve outcomes and minimize errors.
Prepare and verify design calculations, draft technical specifications, and contribute to accurate cost estimates.
Oversee aspects of work performed by others.