What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Hardware Specification Writer position at APTURA Group?
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Job Summary- The Architectural Hardware Specification Writer ensures that proper specification and documentation are completed for each project in order to achieve a clear understanding of the project requirements and expectations.
The Architectural Hardware Specification Writer is responsible and accountable for:
By living our Core Values each day, we have the opportunity to make a difference and support our customers by following through on our promise to them of “providing YOU what YOU need, when YOU need it.”
Job Summary- The Architectural Hardware Specification Writer ensures that proper specification and documentation are completed for each project in order to achieve a clear understanding of the project requirements and expectations.
The Architectural Hardware Specification Writer is responsible and accountable for:
- Creating technical hardware sets and specifications for the architectural community, including code requirements for new construction as well as renovations, within the allotted schedule.
- Review show drawings and submittals.
- Provide solutions to architects on products, codes, and applications.
- Collaborate with the Senior Specification Writer, vendors, and any other disciplines needed to develop inclusive hardware specification for mechanical and electrical hardware.
- Review specific building codes per project to ensure compliance.
- Write pricing requests and addendums for projects as required.
- Conduct site surveys (if local).
- Work closely with the Estimating department on specifications and document interpretation for budgeting projects.
- 5 years experience as a specification writer for CSI Division 8.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail and thorough understanding of all brands of door hardware and building codes.
- Demonstrated experience with running multiple projects simultaneously and operating in a fast-paced environment.
- High School diploma.
- Formal credentialing through the Door & Hardware Institute (DHC or AHC) is strongly preferred.
- Experience with Comsense Advantage ERP is strongly preferred.
