Specifications Writer jobs in Oregon

Description

Hennebery Eddy Architects seeks a collaborative and creative specifications writer assistant who shares our values and commitment to serve our community, foster belonging, and contribute to a sustainable future. This individual will work closely with the Specifications Writer to support and assist the development of projects. We currently have a position open in our Portland, Oregon office and will consider both part-time and full-time applicants.

Typical Responsibilities

• Assist with writing, editing, and coordinating specifications and related written construction documents.
• Coordinate drawing and document reviews with project teams to specify all relevant requirements for construction management, procurement, installation, testing, and certification.
• Coordinate deliverables from project teams and consultants.
• Support QA/QC reviews for compliance between specifications and contract documents.
• Support project teams in our three office locations - Portland, OR, Bend, OR, and Bozeman, MT.
• Research products, materials, and construction processes.
• Ensure up-to-date standards are embedded in specifications templates.
• Consistently research to stay up to date with emerging technology to develop specifications.
• Actively contribute to mentorship, office culture, initiatives, and learning programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Architectural license preferred.
• CSI certification, LEED or Living Future accreditation preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with Deltek Masterworks, SpecLink, or other specification masters preferred.
• Four or more years of experience in a professional architecture firm in specifications development preferred.
• Must be proactive, organized, and deadline driven.
• Ability to work with a variety of people in multiple locations, both virtual and in-person.
• Experience with writing, editing, and coordinating architectural specifications to reflect project requirements.
• Basic knowledge of building materials and products including relative costs, characteristics, performance, and compatibility.
• Knowledge of architectural and interior design, building codes, systems and materials, design and construction products, engineering coordination, suitable/appropriate product and manufacturer or suppliers, and construction methods.

To Apply

For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, and work samples in PDF format and limit file size to 5MB.

About Hennebery Eddy

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we serve clients throughout the West with additional locations in Bend, Oregon, and Bozeman, Montana. Hennebery Eddy was named the 2018 firm of the year by the AIA Northwest & Pacific Region are also recognized as a JUST Organization through the International Living Future Institute, reflective of the firm's long-standing commitment to equity and social justice. Visit www.henneberyeddy.com to learn more.

Benefits

Hennebery Eddy offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to competitive health plan options, flexible paid time off, monthly hybrid work stipend, paid volunteering days, a community service scholarship, a sabbatical program, and reimbursements for professional development, licensure, and certification.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Hennebery Eddy Architects, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.