Specification Writer - Toronto, Canada - DAP Global Inc.

DAP Global Inc.

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary:

The incumbent will lead the process of standardizing all specifications to ensure they meet Tremco standards and are following applicable legislation across Canada.

Responsibilities:

Develop the WTC General Contracting Specifications, while ensuring they meet all applicable Building Codes and Manufactures Standards. Coordinate with key Program Managers, Construction Managers, Sales (WTC & Tremco Roofing), and Field Technicians to ensure expectations are clear and the work complies.
Prepare or review addenda and prebid documentation.
Help Estimators understand the specifications for prepared bids and pricing for major building and commercial projects. Along with reviewing scopes of work for the estimators to build lineitem proposals.
Keep WTC Construction Managers informed of products when discontinued or no longer available and provide options.
Complete all specifications in a timely manner, working closely with the Construction Manager and other parties to ensure they are concise, correct and complete. Ensuring the products being used are compatible to be used together.
Ensure high quality and accuracy with each specification written.
Take general scope of work and develop /specification based off the individual scope of work/spec components. Use judgement on proper items are applicable for the project specifications.
Ensure enough material is being specified on project based on Tremco/manufactures material coverage/usage rates.
Coordinate necessary field tests for specification development (asbestos, peel tests etc).
Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to service, process and quality.
Keep up to date with all compliance policies to ensure that all specifications and drawings are in line with contract agreements.
Identify and record any service, process, or quality system problems and provide a solution.
Verify the implementation of solutions.
Control further processing, delivery, or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
Collaborate with the Product Management Team.
Become familiar with Tremco Roofing Systems.

Qualifications:

Associates degree in Architectural Design or equivalent from twoyear college or technical school is desired.
Must be a Certified Specification Practitioner (CSP).
Must be able to read blueprints and develop specifications from inspection reports, as built drawings and photographs of roof areas.
Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form.
Ability to read specifications, Data sheets, Drawings, code review books, and OSHA requirements.
Experience with AUTOCAD is an asset.
Experience using UL Certification Database