Specification Lead — Architecture & Construction Details

Cline; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental care

Vision care

401k match

PTO

Job summary

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

The role requires a strong background in building specifications, familiarity with MasterSpec or equivalent, and a proven ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy. Remote coordination across locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• Minimum of five years of experience as an architect, engineer, or construction professional with a focus on specifications, or three years as architectural specifier.
• CSI CDT certification.
• CCS certification.
• Experience with multi-family and mixed-use projects.
• Experience preparing specifications with industry standard tools (Deltek AIA MasterSpec or equivalent).
• Revit experience preferred.
• Strong communication and coordination across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of project manuals and specifications across projects of varying size, budget, building type, and delivery method.
• Serve as the specifications discipline lead, resolving conflicts between drawings and specifications.
• Support projects and contribute to development and maintenance of Cline specification standards.
• Conduct product and systems research to evaluate materials and support specification development.
• Stay current with building codes, material standards, and emerging construction technologies.

Skills

Specifications

Technical writing

Architectural knowledge

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

Deltek AIA MasterSpec

Revit

Job description

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

The role requires a strong background in building specifications, familiarity with MasterSpec or equivalent, and a proven ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy. Remote coordination across locations is expected.