Job Details
Job Type
Full-time
Description
At MA Design, we believe that great design has the power to transform lives and communities. We are a team of passionate architects, designers, and thinkers who are committed to creating spaces that inspire, uplift, and enrich the human experience.
If you are passionate about design, driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to join MA Design. Together, let's create spaces that make a difference.
In the Architectural Specifications Writer role, you will be responsible for preparing Project Manuals including bidding, contracting, general requirements, and the requirements for materials, products, and systems selected by the design team, describing the project sufficiently to be built meeting the design intent. You will also be responsible for meeting due dates and managing fee budget and Client expectations.
Responsibilities:
- Write specifications for a variety of complex projects and building types
- Review in-progress drawings, with the Project Architect to develop coordinated technical specifications and offering modifications and improvements when appropriate; prepare notes about what is required.
- Verify product appropriateness; identify special concerns; ensure appropriate product application.
- Coordinate with project team to obtain pertinent facts about the project, evaluate constructability, determine where alternative solutions may be needed and provide recommendations
- Propose continual development and improvement of master specifications including its specialized content for project type or regional conditions as well as sustainable content, based on project specifics.
- Draft specifications to capture the project qualitative requirements
- Ensure construction document (drawing and specifications) clarity and consistency.
- Participate in project process meetings scheduled for assigned projects
- Maintains awareness of industry reference standards and resources.
- Develop and maintain a broad network of technical experts including manufacturers and product representatives
- Act as a technical advisor and part of the project team from start to finish, coaching about materials and product selections, applications, and integration necessary to make the project successful
- Assist in developing, refining, and maintaining firm guide specifications
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: - Associates degree; CSI membership
- Preferred: B. Arch from an accredited program; Architectural licensure; 10+ years experience in architecture, including construction administration; CSI CDT; CSI CCS; LEED AP BD+C
- Solid knowledge of construction materials and methods including sustainable solutions.
- Understand appropriate industry technologies and software
- Understand and incorporate use of contractor, client-specific, and construction management driven software as required
- General working understanding of codes, regulations, and construction costs
- Solid knowlege of internal standards and best practices
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
- Strong problem solving skills, communication skills, leadership skills, and mentorship skills.
- Ability to work under pressure of tight deadlines
Why choose MA? Rooted in a set of core values, we prioritize our people above all else. We have cultivated a collaborative and inclusive culture where every voice is celebrated and every contribution is recognized. We firmly believe in nurturing the growth and development of our team members, offering continuous opportunities for learning, mentorship, and professional advancement.
By joining our talented team at MA Design, you will embark on an extraordinary journey fueled by creativity and innovation. As an integral part of our passionate team, you will contribute to making a positive and lasting impact on the world through the transformative power of design. Together, we will craft spaces that not only fulfill their functional purpose but also leave an enduring impression on those who experience them.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes: - Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement
- Options for Health Savings Account and Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic life insurance coverage provided by MA
- Opportunities for additional life insurance, disability, critical illness, and accident coverage
- Leadership opportunities
- Paid time off (PTO) bank merges sick, vacation, and personal time, which allows you to the flexibility to use your paid time off as you see fit
- Seven paid holidays, plus two half-day paid holidays and two floating paid holidays
- 401(k) profit sharing plan and retirement savings advising
- Certification and licensure assistance
- Ongoing career development and advancement opportunities
- Mentorship program
- Impromptu get-togethers
- Workstation flexibility, including a cafe space, hoteling stations, and standing desk compatibility
- Flexible Schedule
- Opportunities for community engagement with our CSR partners
- Casual atmosphere with a supportive and collaborative team
Our Core Values - Always Passionate
- Give More Than You Get
- Relentlessly Innovative
- Stronger Together
- Energetically Optimistic
- Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable
- Treat Others As They Want To Be Treated
MA Design provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.