What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Specifier position at HGA?
Overview
HGA is an award-winning architectural, engineering and planning firm with a full-time opportunity for a Project Specifier. This position prepares project manuals including technical architectural specifications, procurement and contracting requirements, and related documentation, in collaboration with project teams and discipline leaders firmwide.
In This Role You Will
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:$85,900-$103,400
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
Click on APPLY above and submit resume.
Location: Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Washington or Boston
HGA is an award-winning architectural, engineering and planning firm with a full-time opportunity for a Project Specifier. This position prepares project manuals including technical architectural specifications, procurement and contracting requirements, and related documentation, in collaboration with project teams and discipline leaders firmwide.
In This Role You Will
- Work closely with architectural, engineering, other discipline leaders, construction managers, consultants and clients, in the preparation of specifications documents in a manner that is responsive to the client's needs and deadlines and consistent with HGA architectural procedures, standards and quality expectations;
- Prepare and maintain master guide specifications using current Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) formats and application guides;
- Prepare schematic design narratives and design development outline specifications for early design phase submissions;
- Lead coordination of material identification and annotation between drawings and specifications, providing guidance for project teams in product and material selection where appropriate;
- Provide materials research and technical assistance to establish or evaluate quality and performance of systems and materials; Stay abreast of current technical literature, and changes in project delivery impacting construction documentation; and
- Work with other specifiers and HGA's Sustainability team to ensure sustainability best practices are incorporated into contract documents.
- Preferred candidates will be a graduate architect with a minimum of five years of construction processes experience, or possess a technical degree in a related field
- 10 years of construction process-related experience
- Professional registration and/or CCS certification preferred
- Experience on large projects acceptable in lieu of CCS
- Experience with a variety of project types including LEED/Sustainable design is desirable
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite and VisiSpecs, Deltek Masterworks, RIB SpecLink, or other specification editing software is essential
- CAD/Revit knowledge preferred
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:$85,900-$103,400
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
Click on APPLY above and submit resume.
Location: Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Washington or Boston
Salary : $85,900 - $103,400
