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JOB DESCRIPTION
Bowen is a legacy Cleveland architecture, engineering, and construction firm – now 100% employee owned – that believes our employees’ dedication, our exemplary service, and the relationships we build are the keys to successful, innovative projects. We are looking to expand our multi-disciplinary team with professionals dedicated to improving peoples’ lives through the built environment and who want to do something extraordinary every day.
Founded in 1959 and with licenses across the U.S., Bowen serves a variety of local and national markets including retail, entertainment, education, governmental, public safety, transit, multi-family housing, office, and more.
Bowen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic Architect to take on leadership roles on our commercial retail work. This individual to write would Writes and coordinates specification sections for CSI Divisions 2 through 14 for project manual preparation, including proofreading and coordinating cross-references.
Essential job functions:
• Write new specification sections required by project scope.
• Coordinate project requirements within all other specification divisions.
• Assign and write descriptions for project alternate numbers for all scopes of construction work on projectsCoordinate procurement and general requirements with Owners and align with project scope.
• Write descriptions of allowances and alternates for all scopesspecific scopes of construction work on projects.
• Reviews and coordinates addenda for projects, in collaboration with Project Architect.
• Assemble bidding requirements and specification sections into project manuals with possible client input.
• Periodic meetings with Product Representatives to update reference library.
• Maintain current reference standards including ASTM, SMACNA, NRCA, AWI, and Master Specifications.
• Assist Project Managers with selection of architectural products and materials.
• May function as a Project Manager or Project Engineer as needed.
• Assumes additional responsibilities and performs special projects as needed or directed.
THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is resourceful and inquisitive, has a passion for great architecture, wants to help foster long-term client relationships through exemplary service, and believes that projects should be tailored to the client’s needs.
Other preferred qualifications include:
• Prior experience in construction specification development software.
• Five or more years of construction or related professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• Construction Specifications Institute [CSI] professional membership.
• Knowledge of all construction trades.
• Knowledge of structural systems, products, components, and applications, design, and construction administration processes.
• Ability to interpret building codes and industry standards.
• Ability to read and communicate 3-dimensional site conditions and requirements in a 2-dimensional format.
• Skill in operating computers, email/calendar software, internet/intranet browsers, word processing, spreadsheets, database software, and various other software, hardware, and job-specific technology and equipment.
BENEFITS
Bowen offers competitive salaries (commensurate with skill level and experience) in a supportive and cooperative environment. The anticipated salary range for this position is $58,000 – $75,000. Our ESOP program grants shares of ownership to all vested employees with no individual contribution or expense.
Other benefits include:
• Life, health, and disability insurance
• 401K
• Wellness initiatives
• Support for licensure testing
• Social activities and events
• Scholarship programs
EQUITY
Bowen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As our team members grow professionally, we want them to do so as their authentic selves. We provide a mentorship program opportunity for all staff members and encourage each to have an Individual Development Plan.
