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Architectural Specifications Writer Eppstein Uhen Architects Inc Milwaukee, WI Job Details $65,000 - $100,000 a year 18 hours ago Qualifications Research Risk assessment Full Job Description An Architectural Specifications Writer assists with preparing technical project specifications / project manuals for architectural projects primarily emanating from our healthcare studio , while also coordinating and linking the information back to the overall firm. The writer coordinates the specifications with drawings and design documents to establish material and installation requirements. The specifications writer engages with the firm's Specifications Team to provide firmwide direction on technical requirements and standards. This individual ideally exhibits an understanding of building materials, assemblies, systems, details, codes, construction techniques, and communication strategies.

Activities may include the following:

Partner with Project Managers and Project Architects and consultant disciplines to coordinate, prepare, and expedite specifications for construction documents Conduct technical investigation of products, materials and construction methods Ensure compliance with related codes and regulations, including

NFPA 285

assemblies and products Prepare contract conditions, general and bidding requirements Generate Preliminary Project Descriptions during early design phases Review submittals for conformance with contract documents Review substitutions for equivalency of product attributes including life cycle, sustainability and risk assessment Maintain, edit, and establish new standard specifications sections and firmwide templates Assist project teams with technical details and provides necessary technical information Research the latest information from manufacturers and vendors Work seamlessly with Specifications Team leadership to improve and implement techniques to develop specifications The Fine Print Bachelor's degree in Architecture Licensed Architect is preferred

CDT, CSI CCS

Certified is preferred Specifications experience and/or combination of Project Architect and specifications writing experience Experience with BSD Spec-Link-E a plus (will be using software) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs Annual base salary is $65,000 - $100,000 based on experience Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.