Senior Specification Writer for Complex Projects

BRR Architecture; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BRR Architecture seeks an experienced Architecture Specifications Specialist to write and edit project manuals and specifications for diverse building types, coordinating with in-house teams, consulting engineers, and third-party vendors in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes multi-tasking, ensuring complete and coordinated technical specifications, and contributing improvements to office master specifications; sustainability content and industry standards knowledge are valued.

Qualifications

• NAAB-accredited architecture degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of related experience.
• Professional licensure, CDT certification and CSI membership preferred.
• Knowledge of building codes and construction techniques.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and working with MasterSpec and SpecLink Cloud.
• Ability to work independently, taking initiative, setting priorities, and completing tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication; mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Produces project specific Project Manuals utilizing MasterSpec, SpecLink Cloud, or client-based specifications in conjunction with Microsoft Word and Bluebeam Revu.
• Manages multiple projects and deadlines – phases, milestone deliveries and various project delivery types.
• Coordinates the Project Manual efforts of all disciplines and consultants.
• Reviews in-progress drawings, ensuring complete and coordinated technical specifications and offering modifications and improvements when appropriate.
• Proposes continual development and improvement of office master specifications including its specialized content for project type or regional conditions as well as sustainable content, based on project work.
• Maintains awareness of industry reference standards and resources.
• Participates in kick off and process meetings scheduled for assigned projects.
• Assists project managers and architects with product substitution review.
• Collaborates with peers to develop best practices and share knowledge. Mentor emerging professionals.
• Develops and maintains relationships with vendors.
• Supports Sustainability goals of the client or firm.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Multitasking

Initiative

Organizational skills

Client/vendor coordination

Education

NAAB-accredited degree in Architecture

Tools

MasterSpec

SpecLink Cloud

MS Word

Bluebeam Revu

MS Office

Job description

BRR Architecture seeks an experienced Architecture Specifications Specialist to write and edit project manuals and specifications for diverse building types, coordinating with in-house teams, consulting engineers, and third-party vendors in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes multi-tasking, ensuring complete and coordinated technical specifications, and contributing improvements to office master specifications; sustainability content and industry standards knowledge are valued.