We are seeking a Senior Architectural Specification Writer with experience working in the field of architecture and a strong desire to collaborate with project teams to develop project specifications. The Senior Architectural Specification Writer plays a key role in supporting our culture of empowerment at the firm through mentoring and training in industry standards, product research and MHTN office standards.
The Senior Architectural Specification Writer develops project specifications for a range of mid to large scale commercial projects using Masterspec and Speclink applications. This includes updating office master specification documents and technical library resources. Communicating with product representatives to stay up to date on product offerings. This position would work in concert with the Director of QA/QC and the Director of System Operations to ensure office production processes and standards are understood and met by staff.
Here is a list of the key skills which we seek for this role:
Established experience in the production of Outline Specification, Design Development and Construction Document Specifications of commercial scale projects.
Proficiency in product research,
Experience with Masterspec and Speclink applications or a demonstrated technical aptitude and willingness to learn the required software.
Experience and understanding of engineering systems, equipment, technology requirements, detailing and how they relate to construction.
Experience with necessary codes and regulatory standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and other related software
Experience with sustainable materials specification preferred
Membership and affiliation as a CSI Certified Construction Specifier preferred.
Why MHTN?
We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and advancement. We seek team members who have a passion for designing built environments and self-motivated contributors that will embrace and expand our culture of inclusion. We demonstrate our commitment to our team members by offering the following benefits.
Suite of insurance benefits (including Medical, Dental, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and more!)
401k with employer match
Annual Discretionary bonus opportunity for all employees
Company-Paid Continuing Education and mentorship programs
Paid licensure and industry memberships
Flexible Paid Time Off
Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
This position is a salary, overtime exempt position.
MHTN Architects is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
MHTN Architects creates memorable and meaningful places for people. Established in 1923, we are an intermountain west Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Planning firm committed to a culture of design excellence. We serve clients with expertise and innovation in Higher Education, Commercial, K-12 Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Civic, Cultural and Religious project design. With a staff size of 80, seven Core Values drive our actions: Design, Social & Environmental Responsibility, Teamwork, Technical Excellence, Empowerment, Respect, and Service. We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and advancement. We seek team members who have a passion for designing built environments and self-motivated contributors that will embrace and expand our culture of inclusion.