Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Jacobs is a company focused on solving the world's most critical problems through innovative engineering solutions. They are seeking an Architectural Specifications Writer to develop project specifications and provide technical advice throughout the design and construction process, particularly for large-scale Life Sciences projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop project specifications and provide technical advice to architecture teams throughout the design and construction process
• Work on large-scale, technically complex, multi-phase projects, specifying both interiors and exteriors
• Develop and maintain relationships with product representatives
• Act as a resource for teams to connect them with manufacturers
• Assist teams with product and system research

Skills

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited Architecture school
• Minimum of 10 years of applicable professional experience with at least 5 years of experience in specifications development
• Focus on Life Sciences projects with specific experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing projects – demonstrating ability to support an architectural team throughout the project from design through construction
• Technical knowledge with a solid understanding of construction detailing and constructability
• Command of building codes and other regulatory requirements
• Experience assisting with construction administration activities – responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals
• Ability to coordinate within a multi-disciplinary team structure – including engaging virtually with team members in different geographic locations
• Proficiency with MS Teams, MS Office applications (OneNote, Word, Excel, etc.), and Bluebeam Revu
• United States Citizen
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical industry standards and cGMP requirements
• Experience with Deltek AIA MasterSpec
• Experience with LEED and/or other sustainable certification systems
• Professional architecture degree
• Registered Architect with current license
• Familiarity with Revit
• Willingness to work in a hybrid environment with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office – although a fully remote situation will also be considered

Benefits

• Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• A 401(k) plan
• The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
• Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave
• Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

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