Specification Lead - Architecture & Construction Details

Cline; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life & disability insurance

401k with employer contribution

PTO

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Cline is seeking an experienced Specification Writer to join our Architecture team in Charlotte or Raleigh. You will develop clear, coordinated specifications that carry design intent from concept through construction, collaborating with architects, designers, and project teams.

Qualified applicants will have a degree in a related field, several years of specification-focused experience, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 5+ years as architect/engineer/construction professional focusing on specs, or 3+ years as architectural specifier.
• CDT and CCS certifications.
• Knowledge of construction specifications, building systems, materials, construction methods.
• Experience with Deltek AIA MasterSpec or equivalent; Revit experience preferred.
• Experience with multi-family and mixed-use projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of project manuals and technical specifications across projects of varying size, budget, building type, and delivery method, selecting appropriate formats based on project requirements.
• Serve as the specifications discipline lead, identifying and resolving conflicts between drawings and specifications and coordinating solutions across architects and engineers.
• Support projects and contribute to the development and maintenance of Cline specification standards and industry best practices across all service sectors.
• Conduct product and systems research to evaluate materials, vet construction systems, and support specification development across project teams.
• Stay current with building codes, material standards, and emerging construction technologies.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Coordination with multi-disciplinary-

Detail-oriented

Independent and team work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related

Tools

Deltek AIA MasterSpec

Revit

Job description

Cline is seeking an experienced Specification Writer to join our Architecture team in Charlotte or Raleigh. You will develop clear, coordinated specifications that carry design intent from concept through construction, collaborating with architects, designers, and project teams.

Qualified applicants will have a degree in a related field, several years of specification-focused experience, and relevant certifications.