Architectural Specifications Specialist

NBBJ Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NBBJ is seeking an Architectural Specifications Writer to join our interdisciplinary Studio N team across the United States, including Columbus, OH. This role focuses on technical consulting and contract document production for multiple project teams.

The position supports specification development, coordination with architectural and engineering disciplines, and QA/QC of deliverables. Intermediate to Senior levels welcome with strong specs experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management required.
• Intermediate: 5+ years as architect/engineer/construction manager with focus on specs.
• Senior: 10+ years with 5+ years focused on specifications.

Responsibilities

• Integrate with project teams and help set scope and goals.
• Prepare and coordinate the Project Manual for projects.
• Prepare and coordinate the Conditions of the Contract.
• Coordinate specifications with drawings/BIM and with other disciplines.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of deliverables.
• Support Construction Administration reviews of submittals and RFIs.
• Balance multiple project teams and types.
• Develop and maintain firm-wide specification masters.
• Research materials for performance and sustainability.
• Contribute to standards and BIM coordination initiatives.

Skills

AIA MasterSpec

Spec authoring tools

MS Word

Smartsheet

Bluebeam

Mural

Microsoft Teams

Sustainable materials

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

4-year degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

NBBJ is seeking an Architectural Specifications Writer to join our interdisciplinary Studio N team across the United States, including Columbus, OH. This role focuses on technical consulting and contract document production for multiple project teams.

The position supports specification development, coordination with architectural and engineering disciplines, and QA/QC of deliverables. Intermediate to Senior levels welcome with strong specs experience.