Senior Architectural Specifications Lead — Hybrid/Remote

Kinetic-Design-Developmen

Springfield (MO)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flex Fridays

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible working arrangements

401k with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Kinetic Design + Development is seeking a Senior Architectural Specifications Writer to join the Krew. This role blends creative and technical work, turning design intent into enforceable specifications in collaboration with architects, designers, and consultants.

You will own master specification library, develop standards, and coach teams across documentation. The position offers hybrid/remote options depending on location and a path to strengthen firm-wide specifications.

Qualifications

Significant experience preparing architectural specifications and coordinating construction documents.
5+ years of experience in architecture, construction, engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
Strong knowledge of building materials, assemblies, construction methods, and industry standards.
Ability to read and understand construction documents and technical details.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation, editing, coordination, and issuance of project specifications from design development through construction documents.
Translate design intent, material selections, building systems, project conditions, and regulatory requirements into clear, enforceable specifications.
Research products, materials, assemblies, manufacturers, codes, reference standards, and construction methods to support project requirements.
Coordinate specifications with drawings, schedules, details, consultant documents, and other contract documents.
Identify incomplete, conflicting, ambiguous, or high-risk technical requirements before documents are issued.