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.

Experience and Education-

• 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.

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• 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