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About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Minimum 10 years in architectural practice, including at least 3 years of direct experience in specification writing/development
• Strong knowledge of architectural design, engineering coordination, design trends, products, construction methodology, building systems, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
• Strong knowledge of construction procedures and schedules.
• Strong knowledge of building envelope components, interior plans, and material requirements for all building and facility types.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate into technical documents.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to produce a well-coordinated, detail-oriented, fully integrated project manual.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and produce results within deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with complex, large-scale, multi-phase projects preferred.
• Registered Architect with current license preferred; NCARB certification desirable.
• LEED accreditation or LEED Green Associate preferred.
• CSI Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) or higher certification preferred.
• Experience with design-build project delivery is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge in one or more types such as Laboratory, Courthouse, Justice, and/or Healthcare specifications preferred.
• Proficiency in specifications software programs such as e-SPECS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings and project information to write and edit project specifications in accordance with project requirements, institutional guidelines, HOK standards, technical conditions, and applicable codes, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Interpret project design and delivery requirements, translating this information into detailed materials, methods, equipment, installation procedures, and certification testing requirements needed to procure and construct building components.
• Understand how projects are organized into multiple bid packages and how these packages make up the full project scope.
• Prepare and review procurement and contracting requirements, including Division 01 General Requirements, while aligning owner-provided contract forms and processes with HOK standards.
• Review sustainability goals and provide informed guidance on material selection to support LEED and other certifications.
• Provide resources for project teams to research products and review RFI submittals.
• Provide quality management reviews and offer technical expertise throughout design development and construction documentation phases.
• Collaborate closely with the firmwide specifications team to ensure consistency, knowledge sharing, and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and national vendors and serve as a resource connecting project teams with product representatives.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the firm's Master Specifications, including project-type-specific content, regional conditions, and sustainable content.
• Support integration of specifications into digital project deliver tools, including HOK's Project Quality Management initiatives and Smartsheet collaboration workflows.
• Take personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Foster a culture of external and internal client service.
• Act as a risk management resource to other project leaders.
• Assist project managers with review and coordination of project agreements relative to professional service and general condition issues.
• Assist project architects and project designers with material and system constructability analysis.
• Assist project architects with shop drawing and product substitution review.
• Coordinate and review consultant technical specifications for conformance with HOK standards.
• May conduct internal specifications training.
• Participate in developing and improving HOK document standards and best practice procedures.
• Collaborate with HOK Specification Writers in other offices on regular calls and with workload sharing.