Senior Architectural Specification Writer

Cushing Terrell; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Specification Writer in Seattle to lead development and coordination of technical specs across project types. Hybrid role based in Seattle with options to work from other offices.

You will work with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure drawings and specifications are aligned and build master templates. You will apply senior-level judgment to resolve conflicts, deliver accurate, complete construction documents, and promote best practices for materials and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of five years of experience as an architect, engineer, or construction professional with a demonstrated focus on specifications, or three years of dedicated experience as an architectural specifier.
• CDT certification.
• Strong knowledge of construction specifications, building systems, materials, construction methods, and manufacturer and supplier appropriateness.
• Proficiency in specification software tools and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of project manuals and technical specifications across projects of varying size, budget, building type, and delivery method, selecting appropriate formats (full, short form, outline, sheet) based on project requirements.
• Serve as the specifications discipline lead, identifying and resolving conflicts between drawings and specifications and coordinating solutions across architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Support retail criteria projects and contribute to the development and maintenance of Cushing Terrell master specification templates across all service sectors.
• Review submittals, substitutions, RFIs, and change proposals during construction phase for compliance with project specifications.
• Participate in QA/QC processes to verify technical accuracy, consistency, and completeness of construction documents.
• Conduct product and systems research to evaluate materials, vet construction systems, and support specification development across project teams.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Experience in specs

CDT certification

Specs knowledge

Spec software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Deltek Specpoint

Job description

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Specification Writer in Seattle to lead development and coordination of technical specs across project types. Hybrid role based in Seattle with options to work from other offices.

You will work with architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure drawings and specifications are aligned and build master templates. You will apply senior-level judgment to resolve conflicts, deliver accurate, complete construction documents, and promote best practices for materials and