41122BR

Requisition ID:

41122BR

Business Unit:

TSU

Job Description:

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs. CDM Smith is not considering consulting firms for this position.

At CDM Smith, we are invested in your success. We are open to full-remote and hybrid schedules for this position.

This position can be based out of any CDM Smith U.S. based office.

• Under general direction, writes, edits and coordinates use of basic to advanced architectural technical specifications for design or design-build in partnership with project architects.

• Contribute to editing and coordinating engineering discipline specifications for both vertical and horizontal construction.

• Develops, maintains, and updates project specifications table of contents (TOC) based on section lists received from each discipline.

• Creates, updates, and maintains specification section development responsibility worksheets.

• Incorporates appropriate federal, state, and local requirements (including state or federal funding agency checklists, if applicable).

• Leads the quality checking process for the project technical specifications.

• Provides regular updates to each project’s PM and design engineer.

• In partnership with other specification writers, Community of Practice (CoP) leaders and discipline leaders, updates and maintains the master specifications library. Recommends updates to specifications library and other related policies and procedures.

• Uploads specifications sections into specifications systems (ex: ProjectWise). Compiles and maintains a complete project manual to be used for duplication and ad hoc reporting.

• Provides specifications related training to staff.

• Performs other duties as required.

Job Title:

Senior Architectural Specifications Writer (Architect 6)

Group:

ISO

Certification/License Requirements:

Registered Architect

Employment Type:

Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.

• 11 years of related experience. Must possess RA certification.

• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Well-rounded experience with design, project management and construction administration.

• Experience writing and editing architectural and engineering technical specifications for public, government and private sector projects.

• Experience with CSI format requirements for technical specifications, EJCDC front end documents and working with multi-discipline teams to develop specifications required.

• Membership in CSI with CDT or CCS certification desirable or DBIA or other construction/design industry certification requiring education, experience, testing and CE credit requirements.

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location:

South United States

Agency Disclaimer:

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount of Travel Required:

5%

Assignment Category:

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available:

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with product research and working with project architects to select appropriate products and installation procedures and edit associated technical specifications.

• Advanced knowledge of necessary formatting requirements for technical specifications.

• Advanced knowledge in MasterSpec, SpecsIntact and Microsoft Word software processing.

• Experience using cloud-based specification writing systems such as SpecPoint, SpecLink, eSpecs, etc.

• Excellent skills with Excel and Teams, pdf formatting, and cloud-based document organizing.

• Strong ability to work within client-centered, multi‐discipline, geographically dispersed design teams to both coordinate and lead project specifications development.

• Expert knowledge of project bidding and contract procedures.

• Expert knowledge of engineering design project specifications production and delivery methods, including alternate project delivery methods and approaches.

• Strong problem‐solving skills.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrate diligence, attention to detail and an overall positive attitude when meeting deadlines.

• Provide consistency in the delivery of our project specifications.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Additional Compensation:

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Massachusetts Applicants:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.