Senior Specifications Writer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Company Description

IF YOU ARE A SPECIFIER, THIS IS THE PLACE TO WORK!

DTR Consulting Services, the "Building Science Guys", is a specialized Architectural & Building Envelope (Enclosure) Consulting Firm based in California.  For the past 18 years, we have been focused on the technical aspects within the Building/Design Industry assisting Owners, Developers & Design Professionals throughout the U.S. with the most technical aspects of a physical constructed building during design, construction and post occupancy. 

DTR is one of the largest construction specifications writing firms in the US, as well as a highly regarded Building Enclosure/Waterproofing and Forensic Consulting Firm, with multiple offices throughout California. We provide professional technical services such as; writing specifications, independent QC/Peer review services, building envelope/waterproofing consulting, and building forensics services.

LOOKING FOR A JOB THAT WILL MAKE YOU FEEL VALUED?

DTR is an exciting and growing company looking for the right people to help us expand and prosper. We love good architecture, building science, technology and education.  We care about the people that work for us!  Join us and watch your career grow.  Work on the type of projects in the environment you always wanted.  Our management style is to hire those who are self-motivated, eager to learn, confident and unafraid to fail.  In doing so, we trust in each other's individual performance.

Job Description

The Sacramento (Roseville) and Santa Rosa, CA Office's of DTR Consulting Services, Inc. (DTR) are actively seeking Intermediate Specification Writers who love continual learning, and have great social and communication skills.  Candidates may be a current architect or support person currently working in an architectural firm assisting in the development of project specifications. 

This position will include working with senior architects and building envelope architects to develop technical specifications, accurately prepare project manuals, and work with our client designers assisting with product selections.  Person may also mentor junior specifiers in multiple offices.

Candidate will work on high profile projects around the country on Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Hospitality, Civic, Retail, Institutional and High-End Residential type projects.  This position also assists in building DTR's technical libraries in multiple offices.

Qualified candidates are considered problem solvers with the ability to develop practical and innovative solutions for the built environment, holds licensure as an Architect and/or Engineer, or has other related industry-recognized professional certifications such as; CDT, CCS, CCCA or similar.

This position offers significant potential for growth in the areas of technical/ professional development and will be part of an exceptional, well regarded team working on projects throughout the United States.

Qualifications

A minimum of six years Architectural or Commercial Interiors experience with a minimum of three (full-time) years of increased responsibility in writing, editing and developing specifications, plus:

• Bachelor's in Architecture, interior architecture, construction management, or related field, a plus.
• Experience in assisting  teams in researching product materials and manufactures for architectural projects
• Develop specifications; including edits, (for Divisions 01 through 14, 31 and 32), assembling project manuals, printing and formatting specifications for all disciplines
• Coordinate with team consultants, co-edit sections, and omit duplications and omissions
• Develop/update in-house masters using ARCOM/AVITRU and other available material
• Proficient in reading drawings (plans and elevations), details, and specifications
• Accompany Project Managers in project meetings and other coordination efforts with firm clients and building owners. Travel outside local area as workload and projects require
• You're smart, ambitious, work well with others, and have high ethical standards
• You understand that a single person can have a great impact on the success of an organization, but depend on and work with your team in order to achieve such success
• Perform specification edits, assembling Project Manuals, printing and formatting specifications for all disciplines
• Membership in Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). CDT Certification is a plus.  CCS, and LEED AP will merit additional consideration
• Software Proficiency
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, w/ advanced Word training.
  • Proficient with MS Outlook Email & Calendar
  • Bluebeam Revu & Adobe Acrobat to respond to Client reviews.

Additional Information

Applicants MUST submit a formal Cover Letter outlining how their experience meets the job requirements and what their professional aspirations are.  Include an up to date resume, which includes a full career history.  Applicants can submit these documents as one or more  PDF file, or paste your cover letter into the notes section.  Resumes received without a Cover Letter, will NOT be considered.

Compensation & Benefits: Excellent compensation plus comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO (Vacation, Personal Time & Sick Days), generous Professional Development Assistance, 401(k) match, Profit Sharing, & Performance Bonuses, Paid Holidays, Direct Deposit and Free Parking. Great Place to work and grow professionally (including very adventurous Staff Appreciation Days).  Must have a good driving record and willing to travel. DTR will provide professional training professional development assistance,
plus ongoing building science educational training.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEOC guidelines.

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