Senior Architectural Specification Writer

Dewberry; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry seeks an Architectural Specification Writer to join our expanding practice in Elmhurst. You will develop project specifications, write outline and 3-part specifications, and perform quality control across a variety of project types.

You will collaborate with project architects, managers, and designers, stay current with CSI MasterFormat, and support construction administration with substitutions, RFIs, and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of architectural design, engineering coordination, design trends, products, construction methodology, building systems, material application and manufacturer/supplier appropriateness.
• Ability to review and understand programs, drawings, and design narratives to discern design intent.

Responsibilities

• As an Architectural Specifier, oversee preparation of Project Manuals and Division 0/1 coordination.
• Review drawings and determine specification needs, ensuring compliance with project requirements and codes.
• Write and coordinate outline specifications and 3-part specifications per CSI MasterFormat.
• Perform QC reviews of design drawings for accuracy and coordination with specs (BlueBeam or similar).
• Collaborate on product/material research and selection with design teams and consultants.
• Coordinate and review engineering specifications and assemble complete Project Manual.
• Support Construction Administration, addressing substitutions, submittals, and RFIs.
• Develop and improve document standards and best practices across teams.
• Maintain relationships with product reps and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Architecture knowledge

Design coordination

Tools

BlueBeam

Job description

Dewberry seeks an Architectural Specification Writer to join our expanding practice in Elmhurst. You will develop project specifications, write outline and 3-part specifications, and perform quality control across a variety of project types.

You will collaborate with project architects, managers, and designers, stay current with CSI MasterFormat, and support construction administration with substitutions, RFIs, and documentation standards.