Senior Specification Architect – Building Materials & Codes

Engineering Consulting Service; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies seeks an experienced Specification Writer III to join the Pacific Building Science + Infrastructure team in Roseville, CA. You will partner with architects, engineers, and project teams to research materials, craft detailed specifications, and ensure alignment with codes and standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical detail, and project execution, with opportunities to educate design teams on product selection and participate in multi-discipline coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology or related field preferred.
• 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/licensed architect or engineer a plus.
• If driving for ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license required.

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.
• Prepare and review Division 01 General Requirements sections.
• Coordinate and review consultant technical specifications for conformance with firm standards and the remainder of the project manual.
• Perform product research; assist project designers with material and product selections.
• Prepare, assist, or coordinate with internal Project Architects and non-architectural disciplines such as structural engineering, civil engineering, MEP, landscape architecture, and others in specifications and project manual preparation.
• Maintain awareness of evolving building technology, stay current on product developments, code changes, and industry trends to bring expertise to the project teams concerning product selections.
• Review product submittals and evaluate substitution requests and make recommendations regarding compliance with specifications.
• Develop individual skills and pursue professional development opportunities to advance career.
• Develop/update in-house masters using Deltek MasterSpec and other available material.
• Maintain industry standards (ASATM, AAMA, UL) reference library.
• Host or attend project discussions with clients and follow up on reports/specifications as necessary.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Architectural design

Bid documents

Engineering coordination

Construction methodology

Building systems

Manufacturer-supplier fit

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Building Science or related field

High school diploma or GED

CDT Certification / CCS / LEED AP / licensed Architect or Engineer

Tools

VisiSpecs

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu & Studio

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Word

Job description

ECS Group of Companies seeks an experienced Specification Writer III to join the Pacific Building Science + Infrastructure team in Roseville, CA. You will partner with architects, engineers, and project teams to research materials, craft detailed specifications, and ensure alignment with codes and standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical detail, and project execution, with opportunities to educate design teams on product selection and participate in multi-discipline coordination.