Senior Architectural Specifications Lead

Engineering Consulting Service; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Specification Writer III to join our Southwest Building Science + Infrastructure team in San Antonio, TX. The role focuses on researching materials, developing detailed specifications, and ensuring alignment with codes and project requirements across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in architectural/spec writing, CSI membership, and a strong background in MasterFormat specifications. A driver’s license may be required for ECS-related travel.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of architectural and specification writing experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of Architectural or Commercial Interiors.
• Minimum of 3 years of increased responsibility in writing, editing, and developing AIA MasterFormat - 3 part specifications.
• CSI membership; CDT certification a plus; CCS, LEED AP, or licensed Architect/Engineer a plus.
• Driver's license required if driving on behalf of ECS.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in researching product materials and manufacturers for architectural projects.
• Primarily involved with tasks supporting the management of specification projects, including resolution of technical and administrative issues.
• Educate architectural design teams on product selection and other design considerations.
• Review drawings and other project information to write and edit specifications for projects and coordinate compliance with project requirements, institutional guidelines, firm standards, technical conditions, acceptable standards, and existing laws, rules, regulations, and codes.
• Plan, schedule, organize, and prepare construction specifications for the various phases/milestone deliverables of projects.

Job description

ECS Group of Companies is seeking a Specification Writer III to join our Southwest Building Science + Infrastructure team in San Antonio, TX. The role focuses on researching materials, developing detailed specifications, and ensuring alignment with codes and project requirements across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in architectural/spec writing, CSI membership, and a strong background in MasterFormat specifications. A driver’s license may be required for ECS-related travel.