IA Interior Architects translates client goals, brand and culture into powerful environments built around people, processes, technologies and business drivers.
Our clients in diverse markets worldwide require high-performance, visually compelling and sustainable environments to move their enterprise forward, support their culture, engage their staff, integrate technology and drive efficiencies.
As architects, designers, workplace and environmental specialists in the largest global architecture firm concentrating exclusively on interiors, we help clients articulate and align their business strategies and core values with the dynamic use of space.
We are presently seeking a remote Technical Specifications Writer to collaborate in the delivery of projects for world class brands. The Technical Specification Writer composes and supports the production of project manuals.
T his individual will utilize their knowledge of construction practices, and materials to work on a variety of complex projects and building types to include office and commercial interiors, retail, and other diverse building types.
Focus also includes a quality control and quality assurance role to review building plans for industry standards, code compliance with state regulations and local ordinances.
The ideal candidate will be a lifelong learner who enjoys mentoring, collaboration, and serving as a technical resource for the firm.
Key responsibilities:
Under the guidance of the Director of Specifications, work with offices and teams to remotely coordinate, write, collaborate, and assemble technical project manuals.
Work with project management staff to set appropriate fee allocation for specification services.
Qualifications:
Professional architecture degree preferred, or related degree considered.
CSI certification preferred.
Active membership and participation in CSI.
5+ years recent experience developing specifications on a variety of project types, including both large-scale and smaller TI projects.
Experience in Construction Contract Administration for large-scale commercial office and retail developments.
Experience in the creation and delivery of well-coordinated contract documents Familiarity with AIA agreements and Architects Standard of Care.
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and delivery timeframes.
Excellent Interpersonal mentorship skills to build rapport and trust with all personnel demographics.
Familiarity with BSD Speclink Cloud Experience with LEED, CalGreen, Well and other sustainable certification systems.
Strong oral and written communication skills to support a collaborative remote team environment, using MS Teams online meeting experience Ability to be an effective collaborator and contributor to a geographically dispersed project team Proficiency in Bluebeam and MS Word
Working Conditions:
For the majority of the time the Technical Specifications Writer will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements.
This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist and reach.
On occasion individuals will be required to visit a client site to perform site verifications and field surveys.
The position is not subject to occupational and safety risks.
Interior Architects, Inc.
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