JOB OVERVIEW

We are looking for a highly collaborative, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic Specifications Coordinator. The right applicant is passionate about contributing to our clients’ design and documentation process while gaining a foothold in the industry at an engaging and diverse company involved with a broad variety of projects and clients. Our Specifications Coordinators are recent architecture graduates who develop an open and engaging rapport with our team, regularly meet with our clients (virtually and in-person), maintain a high level of quality control and consistency in our work, and act as willing collaborators, avid learners, and strong technical resources to the rest of our office.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

o At least one previous work experience in an architecture or interior design office is encouraged; one to two years of part- or full-time work in such an office is preferred; no such prior professional experience is required.
o Working knowledge of construction document drawing production is preferred; knowledge of specifications structure and function is encouraged; knowledge of product and finish selection process is encouraged.
o Previous experience with mixed-use, higher education, institutional and/ or government project types is encouraged.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL

o A Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Architecture (BA or BS in Architecture) is encouraged; a Bachelor or Master of Architecture (BArch or MArch) is preferred, or…
o Current enrollment in a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Architecture (BA or BS in Architecture) is required; current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master of Architecture (BArch or MArch) is preferred.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

If this role sounds like a great fit for you, and you possess the qualities, skills and capabilities we’re seeking, please connect with us through the job search app of your choice, or at: http://www.mthrailkillarchitect.com/career.html
info@mthrailkillarchitect.com.
Include " Specifications Coordinator position” in the subject line and attach PDF files of the following:
o Cover letter explaining why you are the right candidate for this position
o Resume or CV
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temp-to-hire
Pay: $25.50 - $29.50 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 9720

· Assisting in the preparation of architectural specifications in coordination with and as directed by our Specifications Managers, under the direction of our Specifications Leaders, and in collaboration with our architect-clients’ design teams; you will be working on three to eight projects simultaneously.
· Assisting with the review of clients’ project drawings, finishes legends, our Coordination Matrix, Bluebeam sessions and other documents to coordinate product and material requirements, annotations and acronyms, including the incorporation of client-specific standards, you’ll be directly involved in the specification production and editing process and the publishing of Project Manuals.
· Assisting with maintenance and improvement of our baseline specifications with the rest of our staff, including investigating best-practices, maximizing sustainability criteria, and improving coordination, you’ll participate in the assessment, improvement and updating process first-hand alongside other staff.