Hybrid Technical Editor – Part-Time

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About the role

  • Technical Editor role providing editing support across various disciplines for a consulting firm. Engaging in document editing tasks to ensure clarity and quality in technical documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Provide copyediting and light substantive editing for a wide range of technical documents, including environmental reports, transportation studies, stormwater management plans, community plans, project management plans, and marketing proposals.
  • Apply sound editorial judgment while adhering to grammar rules and Parametrix or client-specific style guidelines.
  • Edit documents in Microsoft Word using tracked changes and annotate PDFs using Adobe Acrobat.
  • Navigate and edit documents stored in SharePoint.
  • Identify and address inconsistencies in structure, formatting, and usage.
  • Ensure correct and consistent use of terminology, acronyms, punctuation, in-text citations, and references.
  • Write clear, professional queries when clarification is needed.
  • Communicate with project teams to help ensure clarity, consistency, and quality of deliverables.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of recent editing experience in a technical or professional services environment.
  • Familiarity with AEC, planning, or environmental science terminology and document types.
  • A strong command of grammar, punctuation, and editorial judgment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word (tracked changes) and Adobe Acrobat and comfort working in SharePoint.
  • The ability to switch easily between the Chicago Manual of Style, Associated Press Stylebook, and client-specific style guides.
  • The ability to work independently and meet tight or shifting deadlines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Bonding Leave

Job title

Technical Editor – Part-Time

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$35 - $40 per hour

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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