Specification Writer

Roof Penetration Housing, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (eml

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Roof Penetration Housing (RPH) is seeking a Specification Writer to develop precise, field-ready documentation for roofing and building envelope systems. The role focuses on installation manuals, data sheets, CSI specifications, and submittals, ensuring accuracy and usability across products.

You will work across engineering, marketing, and internal teams, translating complex information into clear documents and maintaining consistent formatting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven technical writing experience in construction, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Strong ability to convert complex technical information into clear, accessible documentation.
• Experience reading architectural or engineering drawings; portfolio required with resume submission.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain installation manuals, data sheets, and specifications.
• Produce CSI specifications, submittals, and editable guide specifications.
• Translate drawings and product information into clear, step-by-step instructions with visuals.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, and internal teams to ensure accuracy and clarity.
• Maintain formatting, terminology, and document control across product lines.
• Develop training materials and internal reference documents as needed.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

CAD

Revit

Job description

Roof Penetration Housing (RPH) is a dynamic, rapidly expanding leader in the commercial building products industry, trusted by architects, engineers, contractors, and building owners on a wide range of critical projects—from hospitals and data centers to K-12 schools. Our innovative, engineered solutions prevent roof and wall leaks and ensure storm shelters and safe rooms meet code requirements and protect occupants during severe weather events.

Year to date, RPH has successfully doubled revenue year over year, with momentum showing no signs of slowing. We're experiencing rapid expansion across both our New Jersey and Texas locations, and we're excited to grow our powerhouse team as we continue setting new benchmarks for performance, safety, and success in commercial construction.

About the Role

To keep up with our growth, we are seeking a Specification Writer who will develop accurate, field-ready documentation for our building envelope product lines. This role produces installation manuals, technical data sheets, CSI specifications, submittals, picture cards, and other materials used by architects, engineers, contractors, and installers. The ideal candidate has strong technical writing skills and can understand how building systems interact, especially within the roofing and building envelope environment. Portfolio is Required with resume submission. This role will be located in our New Jersey office Monday - Friday and report to the General Manager.

About You

You're a detail-driven technical writer who turns engineering and product information into clear, field-ready documents for roofing and building envelope systems. You collaborate easily across teams, maintain consistent formatting and document control, and take ownership of accuracy, compliance, and usability in the field.

Essential Functions

Produce and maintain a full suite of technical documentation including:

• Installation Manuals
• Picture Cards and Quick-Reference Guides
• Product Data Sheets (PDS) and Technical Data Sheets (TDS)
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS)CSI Specifications and editable Guide Specifications
• Submittal Packages, Cut Sheets, and Bill of Materials
• Technical Bulletins, Best Practices Guides, and Troubleshooting Guides
• Warranty Documents and Limitations/Restrictions Sheets
• Application Guides and system tie-in diagrams for roof and wall assemblies and more.

Additional Responsibilities

• Translate engineering drawings, shop drawings, and product information into clear, step-by-step instructions and visuals.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, and internal technical teams to ensure accuracy and clarity.
• Support creation of code and compliance materials, including testing summaries and performance data.
• Maintain consistent formatting, terminology, and document control across all product lines.
• Develop training materials, toolbox talks, and internal reference documents as needed.

Core Requirements

• Proven technical writing experience in construction, manufacturing, engineering, or other technically complex industries.
• Strong ability to convert complex technical information into clear, accessible, structured documentation.
• Ability to think mechanically and understand systems and assemblies.
• Proficiency with documentation and illustration tools (Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or similar).
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lead cross functional teams to gather information for inclusion in technical documents.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction, building envelope systems, roofing, waterproofing, or mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural or engineering drawings (training will be provided as needed).
• Understanding of how products interface within roof and wall systems and basic building sequencing.
• Familiarity with CSI MasterFormat and submittal documentation preferred.
• Basic CAD or Revit literacy is preferred.
• Experience creating structured documentation with consistent formatting and terminology.

Details

• The starting compensation range for this position is $85,000 – 125,000 USD/yr and will be determined based upon a candidate's experience and location.
• The typical working hours for this position are 8 am – 4:30 pm EST, in our Hammonton, NJ office location, Monday - Friday.
• This job position is exempt to overtime as determined by the FLSA standards.
• Travel is expected for this position up to 15%, which is anticipated to be occasionally overnight in several domestic locations. International travel may be required in the future depending on business needs.

At RPH, we believe in taking care of our team on and off the job. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employer covered premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 100% covered for employees, so you can focus on your health without the extra cost.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan & Employer Contribution - RPH contributes a fixed percentage of your pay automatically alongside your contributions to invest in your long-term success.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Life & Disability Insurance – Coverage to help protect you and your loved ones.

RPH is proudly an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring a diverse workforce. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please submit the accommodation request. Veterans are encouraged to apply. Roof Penetration Housing (RPH) participates in E-Verify.