Specification Writer

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AECOM Buildings + Places, the Architecture team of AECOM, are seeking a Specification Writer with knowledge of technical buildings and building science. 

This position can be based out of our Burnaby, Calgary or Edmonton offices. Candidates based elsewhere will need to adjust their work schedule to align with the Pacific time zone.

AECOM Buildings + Places Canada (B+P Canada) is a vibrant and growing fully integrated team spanning architecture, all the building’s engineering disciplines, landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design, economics and asset management for design and infrastructure projects. Project assignments may include, although not limited to: Transit and Municipal, Commercial, and Institutional projects, Justice, Education and Government.

Major Responsibilities:                          

• Develop and manage specification production, workflow procedures, master specifications, and specification BIM integration.
• Work closely with project managers and consultants to produce project manuals for a variety of projects and sectors. Attend client meetings and advise and discuss project specific requirements.
• Review shop drawing and submittals, and provide support for contract
  administrators and project managers.
• Review new products, and advise design team on project specific material and
  assembly selections.
• Assess construction drawings and details to apply construction quality standards.
• Knowledgeable in building science and able to assess details and components of the building envelope.\

Minimum Requirements:

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must meet the below requirements, at a very minimum. 

• College Diploma in relevant field of study + 4 years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of experience in specification writing

Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered. 

See preferred requirements below. 

Preferred Requirements:

• Candidate to have a degree in architecture, building science, architectural technology or equivalent
• Prefer 6+ years of experience in specification writing
• Must have knowledge of specification formats – Masterformat, Uniformat and narrative approaches
• Must have adequate computer skills in MS office software
• Must have good working knowledge of building science and construction processes.
• Prefer CSC certification as a CSP or RSW
• Membership in Construction Specifications Canada and Specifier courses would be an asset.
• Familiar with a variety of project delivery methods and standard forms of construction contracts
• Must have a good working knowledge of recent contract law as it applies to construction
• Experience in Construction Administration would be an asset
• LEED AP would be an asset
• Valid driver's license

• Company paid relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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