Senior Architectural Specifications Writer

Planet Group; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability & Life Insurance

Tuition and Student Loan Assistance

Professional Certification Reimburse-

Wellness Programs

Volunteer Time Off

Pet Insurance

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking a Specifications Writer in Orlando, FL, offering a hybrid schedule (in-office Tue–Thu, remote Mon & Fri). This permanent role focuses on developing architectural specifications, coordinating with architects, engineers, and designers, and leading specification quality across projects.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Architecture or Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and professional credentials such as RA/PE; CCS/CDT and LEED are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Licensed Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) or equivalent credentials.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive specification writing experience in A/E/design environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents, materials, and building systems.
• Experience coordinating specifications across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and document management platforms.
• CCS/CDT certifications preferred; LEED accreditation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and coordinate technical specifications for architectural, engineering, and interior design projects.
• Serve as the specification subject matter expert for project teams.
• Mentor architects and designers in specification development and best practices.
• Review project specs and drawings for accuracy, consistency, and coordination.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews throughout project lifecycles.
• Coordinate specifications with design drawings across all project phases.
• Collaborate with project managers, consultants, architects, and engineers to define requirements and selections.
• Research materials, systems, and methods for inclusion in documents.
• Maintain and improve master specification libraries and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with codes, accessibility, sustainability, and project standards.
• Review manufacturer data and technical documentation for products.
• Stay current on emerging products and best practices.
• Support proposal development, construction docs, and delivery efforts as needed.
• Lead continuous improvement of specification standards and templates.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Mentoring

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Licensed Architect (RA) or PE

CCS certification

CDT certification

LEED accreditation (plus)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Specification software

Documentation management platforms

Job description

The Planet Group is seeking a Specifications Writer in Orlando, FL, offering a hybrid schedule (in-office Tue–Thu, remote Mon & Fri). This permanent role focuses on developing architectural specifications, coordinating with architects, engineers, and designers, and leading specification quality across projects.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Architecture or Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and professional credentials such as RA/PE; CCS/CDT and LEED are a plus.