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Specifications Writer

Stantec

St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador

Specifications Writer

Stantec

St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador

Job description

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Your Opportunity At Stantec, we are passionate about creating sustainable places that inspire. Through our Architecture and Interior Design work, we challenge design ideas of the past to create spaces that foster a culture of collaboration - spaces that are designed for community. We strive to design spaces that are meaningful and memorable for our communities. Join our team of creative professionals and work with us to create inspiring spaces for all. We have several long-term, high-profile projects in and around the country that require an experienced Specifications Writer to be part of our award-winning team. Your Key Responsibilities - Produce project specific Project Manuals containing the procurement and contracting requirements, general requirements, and the technical specifications - Prepare project manuals consistent with project requirements - Assist in and contribute to production of preliminary project descriptions or design criteria using the UniFormat - Prepare preliminary/outline tabular specifications using MS Word using the MasterFormat - Prepare full length specifications with Chorus software using MasterSpec, office, client, and other guide specification masters - Read the "drawings" to ensure coordinated project specifications - Conduct coordination spec charrettes with project team members - Coordinate architectural and consultant specifications - Maintain and expand specifier's digital library - Serve as technical resource for building's project teams - Maintain relations with product manufacture representatives - Assist project teams during project delivery phases with understanding project specifications, evaluating product options and substitutions, understanding installation, resolving disputes, and project administration - Train, mentor, and coach. - Stay current and familiar with new products, systems, and technologies - Knowledge of database resources including CSA, UL, FM, Intertek, NFRC - Produce and maintain business center specification masters - Create masters and periodically update e-SPECS MasterSpec database Your Capabilities and Credentials - CSI's Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) preferred, Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) an asset - Familiarity with CSI's MasterFormat, UniFormat, Section and Page Formats, administrative forms, and with one or more versions of CSI's project delivery/practice guides - Strong familiarity with Chorus and with MasterSpec masters preferred. Familiarity with BSD SpecLink, UFGS, and other specification masters a plus - Familiarity with Contract Documents, particularly of the Contract for Construction - Architectural Registration preferred - Strong computer skills with an emphasis on Chorus, MS Word and Excel, and Bluebeam. - Excellent interpersonal skills, working with others in a team setting, communicating directly with Owner and Contractor and working on multiple projects at the same time - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate or Accredited Professional credentials an asset - Extensive knowledge of ICC, NFPA, ASTM, UL, Intertek, FM codes and standards; other industry standards typically specified by reference (AAMA, AWS/AWI/WI, GANA, SDI, NAAMM, NFRC, TCNA to name a few); and building/site structures, systems, assemblies, materials, and products preferred. Education and Experience - Post-Secondary Education with emphasis given to degrees in Architecture and related fields - Previous experience in building construction settings, including but not limited to architecture firms specializing in Commercial, Healthcare, Industrial, Institutional, and Public Works - 5 + years of experience editing/writing architectural construction specifications Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. **Pay Range:** • Locations in PEI & NB-$62,600.00 - $90,800.00 Annually **Primary Location:** Canada | NS | Dartmouth **Other Locations:** Canada | NL | St. John's **Organization:** 1401 Buildings-CA Atlantic Canada-Halifax NS **Employee Status:** Regular **Management Level:** Individual contributor **Business Justification:** New Position **Travel:** No **Schedule:** Full time **Job Posting:** 13/10/2026 11:10:51 **Req ID:** 1008242 \#additional

  

We are committed to hiring military and Veteran spouses and encourage you to identify your connection with the MSEN when reaching out to us or applying to any of our open roles.

 

Have questions or want to learn more about us? We would love to hear from you!

 

Jason Cain

Jason.Cain@stantec.com

 

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About Stantec

Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind.

 We care about the communities we serve—because they're our communities too. This allows us to assess what's needed and connect our expertise, to appreciate nuances and envision what's never been considered, to bring together diverse perspectives so we can collaborate toward a shared success.

At Stantec, we pride ourselves on our commitment to building communities. As an extension of that commitment, we believe that our nation is our community—and Veterans and their families are an important part of that community. We are committed to welcoming members of the Veteran’s and military communities into our workforce, and we are dedicated to growing our work for defense communities in Canada, the US, and abroad.

We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.

We believe in the long-term success of military-connected individuals, and we hope you will join us in your next career move.

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