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A2H Specifications Writer in Memphis, Tennessee
A2H, an award-winning Engineering/Architecture/Planning firm strives to “Create an Enhanced Quality of Life for our Clients and Community” by providing design and consulting services for the built environment. For over 36 years, A2H has provided solutions to regional and national clients in Aviation, Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Government, Industrial, Transportation, Land Planning, and Utilities. With over 90 professionals including licensed engineers, architects, planners, landscape architects and surveyors, our strength is our people and our values. A2H is currently seeking a Specifications Writer in our Lakeland, TN office.
Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:
Prepare project specifications
Advising project teams as they write Schematic Design narratives
Work with Project Managers in project meetings and other coordination efforts with firm clients and building owners.
Developing specifications from meetings as the project develops
Reviewing drawings and specifications to coordinate designations
Enhancing and maintaining A2H master specifications within the Quality Assurance Department
Reaching out to local municipalities to understand current codes and standards related to material specifications
Working with project teams and reviewing architectural plans to prepare specification
Assisting project teams in resolving problems related to the use and installation of building materials and products that arise during design and construction
Conveying a broad knowledge of building codes, structures, basic construction law and materials standards to others
Staying current on product development, new materials, and industry trends
Assisting with quality control and quality assurance processes
Requirements
A minimum of five years of architectural specification writing experience preferred
Bachelor's degree in architecture preferred but not required
Private and public sector project experience preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Previous experience with medium and large-scale, technically-complex projects required
Profiency with SpecLink software
Knowledge of CSI principles and construction materials required
CSI Certification is preferred
Demonstrated experience in different project types in A2H catalog
Strong skills in the Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Word and Excel
Experience with MS Outlook email and calendar
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
401k Plan
Flextime Scheduling
Hybrid Schedule
PTO hours (Personal Time Off)
Paid Volunteer Time Off