Specifications Writer

VLKArchitects - Austin, TX

Full-time

Austin, TX

About the position

The Specifications Writer at VLK Architects will play a crucial role in developing project manuals and specifications for various projects. This position involves collaborating with project teams to ensure quality control through the review of drawings and assisting in product/system research and implementation. The role is essential for maintaining specification standards and educating staff within the Architecture department.

Responsibilities

• Develops and produces the Project Manual and Addenda for all project types, including writing specifications and front-end documents for assigned projects.
• Assists the project team with product and system research and implementation into the drawings and specifications.
• Reviews product substitutions from Contractors and generates Value Engineering (VE) items.
• Reviews drawings for coordination issues and quality control, providing feedback to the project team.
• Works with the specification team to maintain specification standards, owner design guidelines, and front-end documents.
• Assists in educating Architecture department staff by developing relevant presentation topics and mentoring emerging professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Professional degree in Architecture from a NAAB accredited University preferred.
• Registered Architect preferred.
• LEED® AP preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the Architecture field on commercial projects.
• Experience in K-12 and Higher Ed market sectors is preferred.
• Knowledgeable about comprehensive practice of architecture.
• Strong in assembling highly detailed specifications.
• Understanding of the construction industry.
• Demonstrated capability of working with project teams.
• Proficiency with relevant industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam, MS Office, and SpecLink.
• Critical, creative thinker.
• Thorough and precise with strong follow-up.
• Driven to get things done, achievement-oriented.