Construction Specification Writing Guidance
Description
Welcome to the world of specifications! Technical specifications are a contractual way to provide important project information to the contractor. If you are new to construction specifications or have been involved with specification writing and editing, but not as confident as you want to be, this session may help clarify your questions. We will learn about the history of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), discuss the industry standard numbering system, and where to find restoration topics within each Division. We will review how information is organized and general guidance for specification language. Writing specifications may not be your favorite thing, but being able to develop and understand information included in it is critical. This presentation will illustrate examples for keeping your writing clear, concise, complete, correct, and consistent!
Speaker Info
Sherry Harbaugh, FCSI, CCS, RA, SCIP
Technical Resources Consultants Inc (TRC)
sherry@trc-consultants.com
509-868-4987
Speaker Bio
As an independent specifier for 3 decades Sherry has maintained a passion for educating the next generation of construction professionals. She enjoys working with teams, researching products, and building relationships within the industry. Sherry believes product knowledge comes from asking questions, listening to others, and digging into information. Sherry is a Fellow of the Construction Specifications Institute (FCSI), and has participated at local Chapter, Region, and Institute levels for the last 35 years. The majority of her contributions have been centered on educating groups and individuals, working with product manufacturers to create interactive opportunities, and providing leadership on committees. In 2023, TRC launched an education arm – Specs Education Online. This e-Learning tool aims to educate the next generation of construction teams by providing quick answers to basic specification questions and assist the self-learner to understand specifications as a career path.
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