SPECDOCX INC

Architectural Specification Consultants

We specialize in the preparation, coordination and production of project specific, master and manufacturer product specifications for all project types ranging from small scale single room interior renovations to large scale multi-structure developments.

Changing the world one building at a time.

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PRACTICE AREAS

HEALTHCARE

Hospitals / Emergency / Acute Care ○ Clinics ○ Medical Offices ○ Long Term Care ○ Rehabilitation Services ○ Operating Rooms ○ Assisted Living ○ EMS Services ○ Pharmacies ○ Diagnostic Imaging ○ Day Medicine ○ Laboratories ○ Helicopter Areas.

EDUCATION

Universities ○ Post Secondary Schools ○ High Schools ○ Jr. High Schools ○ Elementary Schools ○ Dormitories ○ Day Cares ○ Private Schools ○ School Administration ○ Playing Fields ○ Support Facilities

GOVERNMENT

Governmental Offices and Buildings ○ Fire Stations ○ Police Stations ○ Parks and Recreation ○ Transit ○ Recreation Buildings

COMMUNITY

Libraries ○ Convention Centers ○ Health Clubs ○ Splash Parks ○ Community Centers ○ Park Buildings

COMMERCIAL / RETAIL

Office Buildings and Towers ○ Interior Renovations and Tenant Fit-Ups ○ Data Centers ○ Facility Parking Structures ○ Sales Centers ○ Shopping Centers ○ Health Clubs ○ Banks ○ Pharmacies ○ Supermarkets

TRANSPORTATION

Airports ○ Rail Transit Buildings ○ Light Rail Transit Buildings ○ Tunnels ○ Bridges ○ Parking Structures ○ Parking Lots ○

ENTERTAINMENT

Stadiums ○ Live Theaters ○ Cinematic Theaters ○ Stages ○ Auditoriums ○ Musical and Theatrical Buildings ○ Casinos ○ Zoo's ○ Aquatic Centers ○ Ice Arenas ○ Art Galleries ○ Museums

RELIGIOUS

Churches ○ Seminary Buildings and Rooms ○ Schools ○ Gathering Spaces ○ Religious Auditoriums.

RESIDENTIAL

High and Low Rise Condominiums ○ Town Housing ○ Apartment Buildings ○ Single Family Homes ○ Private Assisted Living

OTHER FACILITIES

Athletic Stadiums and Fields ○ Parks and Landscaping ○ Golf Courses and Buildings ○ Wineries

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

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Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

ABOUT US

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

SPECDOCX Inc. is a forward thinking, dynamic specification consulting firm specializing in the development of technical documentation relevant to the project, industry and sector type.

Knowledgeable: Sound knowledge of building codes, regulations, construction practices, project delivery methods, project management and administration styles and techniques with over 15 years of experience in Project Management and Contract Administration in public and private sectors supplemented by 10 years of direct hands-on construction experience.

Results Oriented: We have proven ability, drive and commitment to ensure the success of every project, with clearly demonstrated ability to analyze, investigate and interpret documentation to identify potential risks in all phases of the design and construction process.

Client Focused: We have an exceptionally strong background in working closely with clients, consultants, engineers, building officials and interdepartmental teams to ensure the proper coordination, collaboration and attention to detail is provided to each project. Providing our clients with proactive and cost effective solutions in order to resolve concerns with utilization of design materials, identification of potential bidding and construction related concerns and provision of effective solutions to accommodate all budgets type and mitigate potential project risks.

We bring a wide and diverse range of experience gained through technical writing, project management and construction contract administration experience. Our technical expertise, understanding of building science, experience and proficiency in identification of project needs aids in our ability to provide efficient and effective design solutions and enables us to help identify and mitigate potential project risks.

As a member of Construction Specifications Canada and a past chairperson for the Calgary Chapter, Brad is committed to the development of systems and procedures that will improve the coordination and dissemination of information and documents relevant to the construction industry.

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Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

OUR VISION

To be recognized as the premier developer and provider of architectural specifications, technical documentation and information.We provide services that will:

Help promote public health and safety, support the protection and sustainability of the environment, and improve the overall quality of life for people living and working within the built environment.

Contribute to the selection of materials, products and systems in a way that impacts the quality and sustainability of the structure or building in a meaningful way.

Accommodate international, regional, and national differences in materials, products, systems, technologies, jurisdictional regulatory requirements.

This statement reflects the dedication SPECDOCX Inc. has to the development and dissemination of high-quality technical information and documentation in increasingly diverse fields, and confirms our commitment to strengthen the acceptance and use of industry developed systems and procedures for organization and referencing of technical documentation and information relevant to the architecture, engineering and construction industry.

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

OUR COMMITMENT

We are committed to employing our knowledge, skills, means, methods, techniques and good judgment in a professional manner, providing your company with the highest level and quality of technical information and documentation.

We manage every project with an exemplary level of professionalism, integrity, and fairness in provision of architectural specifications, technical information, documentation, advice and recommendations.

We provide you with confidence that all aspects of the project are being considered and are delivered in a clear, concise, accurate and reliable manner resulting in a fully coordinated set of contract documents being delivered to you and your clients.

SPECDOCX Inc.

Bradley J. McWilliam RSW, CCCA, CSC

Director │ Registered Specification Writer

Calgary specification writer

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Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

ABOUT_US

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

OUR PEOPLE

BRADLEY MCWILLIAM
DIRECTOR │ RSW

Cell: 403-464-8201

b.mcwilliam@specdocx.ca

Brad has been actively involved in Specification Writing for technology, corporate, commercial, historic, and public sectors for over 26 years. He is a dynamic leader bringing an innovative, realistic, sensible, "leading-edge" style and thought process to each project. Brad likes to ensure the quality of each project by building personal connections with his clients and project team members. Communication and relationships are key to the success of all projects.

Brad is innovative and highly responsive to rapidly evolving trends in the development of construction contract documentation, specification writing, and construction contract administration. As a leader, Brad assists his client in identifying, communicating, and reaching materials to achieve the vision, scope, and design elements of each project, using his experience to create reliable and accurate Project specifications. He is highly effective in managing interdisciplinary teams seeking answers to difficult challenges.

Brad has a sound knowledge of ever-changing building codes, regulations, consensus and regulatory standards, construction practices, project delivery methods, project management styles, and techniques with over 25 years of experience in specification writing, construction contract administration, and project management in almost all construction sectors supplemented by an additional 10 years of direct hands-on construction experience.

Calgary specification writer

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Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

specifications

Architectural Specification

Specification Writer RSW

Calgary specification writer

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OUR PEOPLE

OUR SERVICES

A WELL PREPARED SPECIFICATION CLEARLY COMMUNICATES QUALITY, ACTIVITY, RESPONSIBILITY, HELPS REDUCE RISK AND

COMPLIMENTS OTHER CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT DOCUMENTATION

Use of MasterFormat™
Full-Length 3-part format technical sections for building and construction.
Short-form, 3-part format technical sections for small to mid-size projects.

DIVISIONS 02 - 14 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION SECTIONS:

Use of MasterFormat™
Provides information necessary to obtain bids and provide project requirements including but not necessarily limited to:
Instructions to Bidders
Bid Forms and Supplementary Bid Forms
Supplementary Instructions to Bidders
Contract Type
Supplementary Conditions to the Contract
General Regulatory Requirements
Available Project Information
Insurance Requirements
Cash Allowances
Summary of Work
Substitution Requirements and Procedures.
Contract Administration Procedures and Forms
Other requirements that provide guidelines and requirements that govern the project.

DIVISION 00 AND 01 - PROCUREMENT AND BIDDING DOMCUMENTS

Use of MasterFormat™
Includes narratives organized by Section.
Used for preliminary pricing during design phases.

Use of UniFormat™.
Design Narratives organized by systems and discipline.
Used for preliminary pricing during schematic design phases.

SPECDOCX Inc. utilizes industry accepted organizational formats to provide your company with well organized and easily referenced technical documentation and information that; clearly, accurately and concisely conveys required and relevant information necessary to help successfully complete your project.

We provide services to assist Architects, Engineers, Technologists, Designers and Contract Administrators:

Select appropriate materials for the project.
Review and coordinate drawn and written information.
Reference relevant project requirements and standards.
Understand contractual relationships for various types of contracts and delivery methods.

We work with product Manufacturers to develop Master Specification sections specific to their products including:
Creation of a 3 part specification that can be offered to Architects, Specifiers, Engineers and owners.
Work with the Technical personnel ensuring all relevant and necessary product information is included.
Provide an open source (editable) file upon completion for manufacturers to utilize.

Manufacturer Product Specifications

OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS

PRELIMINARY PROJECT DESCRIPTION (PPD)

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SUSTAINABILITY

All our projects are completed with the understanding that our natural and constructed environments should be of the utmost priority.

We utilize products, materials, components and systems that are environmentally friendly to the greatest extent possible, helping to minimize our impact on the environment.

Where achievement of a LEED (or other rating system) certification is a project requirement, we offer the utilization of products, materials, components and systems that will help meet the requirements of the selected rating system.

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CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

There are more project delivery options available to your clients than ever before including:

Design Build
Unit Price
Stipulated Price
Cost Plus
Construction Management for Services
Construction Management for Services and Construction
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)

Construction Management and IPD delivery methods are intended to :

Build a team environment
Improve collaboration and communication
improve on design and construction schedules (vs. traditional stipulated price projects)
Provide efficiencies during the design and construction phases
enable cost effective solutions to resolve design and construction concerns.

These types of projects can become very complex and often require more than one single set of construction documents or "Bid / Tender Package" to complete.

SPECDOCX Inc. will work closely with your project team to help ensure a fully coordinated set of project specific specifications are developed and delivered helping you firm in a successful delivery of project documentation to your client.

Please feel free to contact us , we'd be more than happy to review and discuss your project needs.

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MASTER SPECIFICATIONS & MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS

A Master Specification Document is a well-organized, comprehensive library of construction specification sections used by industry to clearly and accurately define and describe:

Bidding and Procurement Requirements.

Requirements of Jurisdictional Codes, Laws and By-Laws.

General Project Requirement.

Products, Materials, Systems and Components.

Quality of Workmanship.

Installation and Warranty Requirements.

SPECDOCX Inc. utilizes industry recognized organizational formatting developed and published by CSI and CSC including:

UniFormat™

MasterFormat™

SectionFormat™

Pageformat™

SPECDOCX Inc. maintains a current and relevant proprietary Master Document that we use to provide consistent, current, relevant and accurate Project Specifications for all of our projects.

Manufacturer Specifications can be developed in the same way as Architectural Master Specifications are and can be used to provide Architects, Engineers and Owners with a 3-part specification section that may assist ion getting your product specified on projects.