Sr Project Specifier

Overview

HGA is an award winning architectural, engineering and planning firm seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Sr Project Specifier to provide support for project teams nationwide. This position prepares complex project manuals (including technical specifications, bidding requirements, conditions and related documentation) and provides coordination of specifications with the drawings, clients, consultants, and other disciplines as required to produce a complete project manual in a manner that is responsive to the client's needs and deadlines consistent with HGA architectural procedures, standards and quality expectations.

In This Role You Will

• Work closely with architectural / engineering team leaders, our in-house door hardware specifiers, construction administration and cost estimating teams, construction managers, consultants, and clients as necessary in the preparation of the construction specifications.
• Prepare and maintain firm master guide specifications using current MasterFormat and CSI standards, including contracting requirements, general requirements, and technical content.
• Prepare schematic design narratives, preliminary project descriptions, and design development outline specifications.
• Lead the coordination of material identification and annotation between drawings and specifications.
• Conduct research and contribute technical assistance in establishing or evaluating criteria for quality of materials and their application.
• Stay abreast of evolving systems and materials and work with other specifiers and HGA’s Sustainability team to ensure that current data is documented for current and future use.
• May assist project managers in developing contractual provisions and administrative procedures to be employed during construction phase of a project.
  
  

You Will Need To Have

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering with a minimum of 7 years’ experience, or
• Technical degree in related field with 15 years’ construction
• Professional registration and/or CCS certification preferred
• Experience on large projects acceptable in lieu of CCS
• Experience with a variety of project types
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of VisiSpecs or other current specification-editing software is preferred
• Knowledge of CAD / Revit and other graphic programs and editing software desired
  
  

Salary Information

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range $99,500 - $133,200

Additional Information

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering. Learn more about us here .

Equity

Equity is a living, breathing part of who we are and what we do at HGA. Our goal is to ensure that every employee brings their authentic self to work, feels a sense of belonging and works collaboratively to support each other.

Sustainability

We are committed to meeting our clients’ sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy; from a neutral effect on health, safety, and resources to a positive one. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

Application Requirements & Instructions

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