Construction Specifications Writer

2 weeks ago

Orangeville, Canada S. Burnett & Associates Limited Full time

S. Burnett & Associates Limited (SBA) is an established engineering and environmental consulting firm that has built a reputation for delivering strong project management and consultation services for Municipal, First Nation, and Private Sector clients. SBA is currently looking for a talented individual to join our growing team as a **Construction Specifications Writer**. This role will provide the opportunity to work with a team of professionals who contribute to meaningful projects for communities across Ontario. You will collaborate with colleagues from a variety of backgrounds and have the opportunity to work closely with clients to achieve long-term project successes.

**Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary education in civil engineering, construction engineering, or other relevant discipline and professional experience.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience in construction specification administration/management.
- In-depth knowledge of Ontario design and technical specifications, standards, and guidelines (i.e. OPS/CCDC/NMS).
- Knowledge of principles and theories in engineering materials and construction.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal skills.
- Time management and organizational skills, and self-initiative to meet project deadlines and budgets.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite Programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat (PDF).

**Responsibilities**:

- Interpret architectural and engineering plans, develop specifications and material lists to be used as standards by contractors and subcontractors during construction activities.
- Write technical descriptions specifying material quantities and properties.
- Provide construction tender specifications to the contract administration team for a variety of projects including: water/wastewater treatment process upgrades, water and sewer installation, road construction, as well as institutional, commercial, and public building construction.
- Verifying the accuracy of construction work based on engineering drawings and specifications.
- Updating and developing tender and contract specification documents for civil infrastructure and building projects, utilizing OPS and CCDC formats.
- Meeting project deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering and coordinating requirements with contributors.

**Working at SBA**:
**What We Offer**:

- Competitive compensation
- Flexible working hours and hybrid opportunities.
- Inclusive benefits package - 100% on dental, extended health care including prescription drugs, vision, and professional services including massage and chiropractor.
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefit.
- Additional fitness/wellness benefits.
- RRSP company matching plan.
- Recruiter’s bonus for referred and hired employees.
- Yearly company events, ex. staff golf tournament, summer BBQ, Holiday party.
- We actively seek to develop relationships with a broad and diversified client base in Municipal, First Nations, and Private sectors. We work on a variety of projects throughout Ontario and maintain close relationships with our clients to provide services as their communities grow. We encourage involvement in the community and support our local communities with initiatives, events, and sponsorships.

**How to Apply**

**Salary**: $60,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- job related: 8 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orangeville, ON L9W 5G4

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