Construction Specifications Specialist

Perkins&Will; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins&Will is seeking a Specifications Writer to develop and coordinate project specifications and procurement documentation that support design excellence, constructability, sustainability, and successful project delivery. You’ll translate design intent and building systems into clear construction documentation, working closely with architects, designers, consultants, and clients.

The role involves preparing specifications, coordinating with drawings and codes, reviewing documents for

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of experience in specifications, architecture, engineering, interior design, construction, or related design/construction discipline.
• Postsecondary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of construction documents, building materials and assemblies, building codes, project delivery practices, and CSI standards.
• Strong organizational, communication, and quality-control skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, coordinate, and maintain construction specifications, outline specifications, project manuals, and procurement documentation.
• Coordinate specifications with project drawings, design intent, applicable codes, owner requirements, and project delivery methods.
• Review documentation to identify conflicts, omissions, and coordination issues while ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality before issuance.
• Provide technical expertise on building materials, assemblies, systems, construction methods, and product selections.
• Support project teams during bidding and construction administration, including addenda, submittals, substitutions, RFIs, and related technical reviews.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project delivery.
• Contribute to the development of firm standards, master specifications, technical resources, and sustainable design initiatives.
• Share knowledge and best practices across Perkins&Will's national specifications community and support team development as appropriate.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Quality control

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Postsecondary degree or equivalent

Tools

RIB SpecLink

Deltek Specpoint

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Perkins&Will is seeking a Specifications Writer to develop and coordinate project specifications and procurement documentation that support design excellence, constructability, sustainability, and successful project delivery. You’ll translate design intent and building systems into clear construction documentation, working closely with architects, designers, consultants, and clients.

The role involves preparing specifications, coordinating with drawings and codes, reviewing documents for