As a Senior Specification Specialist for Canada, you will lead specification development and support across the Western Canada region, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with architectural and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

- Provide specifications leadership, guiding goal setting and serving as a regional resource.
- Maintain consistency in project specification delivery and communicate updates to regional users.
- Support local specification writers and serve as liaison for software platform engagement.
- Offer technical and product support, recommend materials and procedures, and mentor project teams.
- Draft and review technical specifications, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and project requirements.
- Assist with contract language and quality control processes.
- Demonstrate professionalism, strong communication, and attention to detail in a fast‑paced workplace.
- Discover and implement new products, systems, and components; share lessons learned and best practices.
- Provide education and training to staff on best practices and specification development.
- Participate in trade shows and ongoing research to stay current with the latest materials and techniques.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.




- Minimum of 5 years of experience working with architectural specifications.
- Strong knowledge of CSI/CSC principles, construction materials, and ability to recommend technical specifications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Commitment to actively participate in an employee‑owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

- Master’s Degree in Architecture.
- Professional credentials such as Construction Specifications Canada: CSP, RSW, or LEED accreditation.
- Collaborative and teamwork skills, with strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits

- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Short and long‑term disability, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
- Paid time off, parental leave, and paid holidays.
- Retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Locations & Details

- Primary Location: Canada — British Columbia — Vancouver
- Other Locations: Canada — Alberta — Calgary
- Industry: Architecture
- Schedule: Full‑time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Job Posting: June 29, 2026

HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.

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📌 Senior Specifications Specialist (Calgary)
🏢 HDR
📍 Calgary