Senior Architectural Specification Writer

Gray Design Group; St. Louis (MO); Ibrido; USD 85.000 - 125.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Gray Design Group in St. Louis is seeking an Architectural Specification Writer to develop, coordinate, and maintain comprehensive construction specifications for architectural projects.

This role requires strong technical writing, deep knowledge of building materials and systems, and the ability to collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure accuracy, compliance, and coordination across drawings and specifications. Office-based with occasional site visits.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or Technical Writing.
• Minimum 10 years of experience preparing architectural specifications for various project types.
• Strong knowledge of CSI MasterFormat and Specpoint.
• Extensive understanding of construction methods, materials, systems, and industry best practices.
• Experience coordinating specifications with architectural and engineering disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Mansioni

• Prepare, edit, and maintain project specifications using AIA MasterSpec.
• Develop project manuals and technical specifications for architectural and interior design projects.
• Review drawings to ensure consistency and coordination between plans and specifications.
• Research and evaluate building materials, products, systems, and construction methods.
• Ensure specifications comply with applicable building codes, regulations, client standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, manufacturers, and contractors regarding specification-related matters.
• Maintain and update the firm's master specification library and standards documentation.
• Review product submittals, substitutions, and RFIs for compliance with project specifications.
• Support QA/QC initiatives throughout the design and construction process.
• Stay current on industry trends, building products, sustainability standards, and construction technologies.
• Assist project teams with bidding and construction administration activities related to specifications.

Conoscenze

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Coordination

BIM workflows

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Strumenti

Autodesk Revit

BIM workflows

Descrizione del lavoro

Gray Design Group in St. Louis is seeking an Architectural Specification Writer to develop, coordinate, and maintain comprehensive construction specifications for architectural projects.

This role requires strong technical writing, deep knowledge of building materials and systems, and the ability to collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure accuracy, compliance, and coordination across drawings and specifications. Office-based with occasional site visits.