Specifications Leader

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.

Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from aviation and transportation to education, hospitality, retail, technology and more. Whether we’re refreshing a retailer’s brand, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful.

Your Role

A Specifications Leader is responsible for assisting project teams in preparing Preliminary Project Descriptions, Outline Specifications, and Construction Project Manuals. The role includes supporting project teams in their responsibility of researching materials, selection products, editing specifications and administering construction contracts. The supporting role includes training, mentoring, and collaborating with project teams to edit and collate project specifications. Specifiers at Gensler are integrated project team members rather than departmentalized in-house consultants.

What You Will Do- Providing specification editing support for a variety of Studios and Practice Areas.- Communicating firm best practices, policies, and procedures to project teams.- Educating and mentoring staff on master specification documents, construction documentation, and editing methodology.- Liaising with Manufacturers Representatives as needed for research and project support.- Collaborating with other Gensler Regional Specification Leaders in developing and maintaining master specification documents.- Collaborating with other Gensler Regional Specification Leaders to prepare and present education materials related to specifications and other technical topics.- Collaborating with other Gensler Regional Specification Leaders on compliance training and monitoring activities.

Your Qualifications- Hold a certificate as a Certified Specification Practitioner (CSP) at minimum, be a Registered Specification Writer (RSW) with the CSC.- Bachelor of Architecture or higher degree from an accredited architecture, engineering, or design school.- Registered Architect preferred.- Possess at least 10-15 years of architecture/engineering industry experience.- Working knowledge of construction documentation.- Good command of both written/oral English.- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities.- Member of the Construction Specifications Canada (CSC)- This position is based in Gensler’s Vancouver office.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
- Perks:_ We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer contributions to the RRSP and twice annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.