Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals. Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at www.dar.com.
Our Vision and Values:
We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to:
- Excellence
- Responsibility
- Empowerment
- Connectivity
- Courage
Responsibilities:
We are seeking a Senior Architect/ Experienced Specification Writer to join our Architecture team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining technical specifications and documentation for engineering projects. This role requires a keen eye for detail, excellent writing skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards
- Develop and maintain technical specifications: Create, edit, and maintain technical specifications, data sheets, and other documentation for engineering projects, including building envelope, architecture first fix, interior finishes, and signage
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Work with engineers, designers, and project managers to gather information, clarify requirements, and ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and building codes: Ensure all specifications comply with industry standards, regulations, country codes, and company policies and procedures.
- Maintain documentation management systems: Organize, maintain, and update documentation management systems to ensure easy access and retrieval of documentation as per the company’s procedures
- Review and revise documentation: Participate in reviews and revisions of documentation prepared by the company or provided by other consultants to evaluate the document’s accuracy, completeness, referenced standards, and country code compliance
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture; a master's degree is preferred.
- 8-12 years of multidisciplinary experience in Architecture, design, and construction, with a focus on specification writing
- Proven experience as a Specification Writer
- Strong technical writing and editing skills in English.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documents and to translate design concepts, drawings, and manuals into detailed specifications.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and specification master specs writing software.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations and best practices such as ASTM, BS, EN.
- Strong research and analytical skills, Ability to research and analyze complex engineering information, and to present it in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion of specifications.
- In-depth understanding of construction materials, techniques, and processes, particularly in finish works and site supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Site Supervision Experience: Hands-on experience in site supervision, ensuring that construction activities align with specifications and design intent.
- Finish Works Expertise: Expertise in finish works, including materials selection, installation techniques, and quality control.
** While we carefully review all applications, only candidates meeting the specified requirements will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.*
