Senior Specification Consultant

Overview

In this role you will compile architectural specifications reflecting project and contract requirements for internal and external clients. You will work within a global practice to align deliverables with client briefs and project scope while advancing technical standards. You’ll support design collaboration, procurement awareness, and BD opportunities, contributing to AECOM’s mission to deliver a better world through infrastructure expertise. This position offers exposure to diverse projects, cross-disciplinary coordination, and growth within a leading engineering and consultancy firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• inclusive and respectful workplace
• development opportunities
• well-being programs
• global firm with industry-leading technology
• dynamic, impactful projects

Responsibilities

• Prepare specifications reflecting project requirements
• Advise on design responsibility, contract form, and procurement impact on specification deliverables
• Advise on material usage
• Coordinate specifications with related disciplines and contract documents
• Keep technical standards current with product innovations
• Attend meetings to gather briefing information and prepare documentation
• Align deliverables with client scope and project brief
• Support project finances awareness and flag potential issues
• Ensure work complies with QA/QC and health & safety requirements
• Collaborate with colleagues on multiple projects under team direction
• Develop and leverage client contacts and pursue BD opportunities
• Understand market conditions and their impact on service delivery
• Provide training and mentoring to junior colleagues

Key requirements

• Experience in preparation of Architectural Specifications
• Strong technical design understanding
• Knowledge of modern construction techniques and standards
• Solid understanding of UK Construction procurement methodologies; knowledge of Middle East methods desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook; database skills; NBS Chorus desirable
• Logical, methodical approach; self-motivated and responsible
• Ability to manage scope and budget
• Flexible to new ways of working
• Ambitious with good understanding of design & delivery process
• Good understanding of BIM
• Experience presenting technical information

• clear communication
• team collaboration
• self-motivation
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook

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