Specification Writer III

CannonDesign; United States; Remote; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm is seeking a Specification Writer to utilize construction knowledge in writing and editing specifications for diverse projects including education, healthcare, and more. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in the architecture or engineering fields, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers flexibility with remote options and involvement in team collaboration for project success.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending account options

Paid time off

Remote work options

401k plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years related experience, with 3 years in specifications writing.
• Current Architectural or Engineering license preferred.
• Knowledge of building codes and experience with specification editing software.

Responsibilities

• Write specifications for various project types including education and healthcare.
• Manage multiple projects and provide revisions to project-specific Keynotes.
• Maintain knowledge of standards and attend industry conferences.

Skills

Technical Knowledge

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction

Tools

MS Office

MS Teams

BlueBeam Revu

e-SPECS for Revit

Job description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This position may be filled anywhere in the United States. Preference may be given to candidates that can work in one of the CannonDesign locations.

ABOUT THE ROLE
You will utilize knowledge of construction products, materials, and methods to write specifications for a variety of complex projects and building types to include education, healthcare, science and technology, commercial, and interior design initiatives, and other diverse building types.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work as part of the project team, under the guidance of the Architect of Record, to produce Project Manuals utilizing the CannonDesign Master with specification editing software required.
• Author Division 00-14 Architectural sections, and as needed custom sections, for inclusion in the Project Manual.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines – phases, milestone deliverables for various project delivery types.
• With a Specification Coordinator, coordinate the Project Manual for all other disciplines.
• Review and provide revisions to projectspecific Keynotes.
• Review in-progress drawings, ensuring complete and coordinated technicalspecifications and offering modifications and improvements when appropriate.
• Propose continual development and improvement of master specifications including specialized content for project type or regional conditions and sustainable design content, based on project work.
• Maintain knowledge of industry reference standards and resources. Attend industry conferences as required.
• Participate in progress meetings scheduled for assigned projects. Educate less experienced staff regarding specification content.
• As required during CA Phase, assist project team with shop drawing and product substitution review.
• Collaborate with peers, via regularly scheduled firm-widespecificationswriters' meetings, to develop best practices, share knowledge and build community.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, within the firm's compliance policies.
• Support Sustainability goals of the firm.
• Act as a mentor to others.
• Performs work with minimal degree of oversight.
• May perform other duties as required.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or a relevant field required
• A minimum of 6 years of related experience in the architecture, engineering or construction industry - of which a minimum of three (3) years of specifications writing experience is required.
• Current Architectural or Engineering license preferred. CSI certification preferred.
• Knowledge of building codes and construction techniques is required.
• Understanding of Contracts and relationship to Division 00 & 01.
• Advanced technical knowledge is essential. Ability to perform Coordination QA/QC across disciplines.
• Must possess business acumen, be a critical thinker andhighly analytical.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
• Must be proficient in MS Office, MS Teams, MS One Note, and BlueBeam Revu.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud and MS Lists is preferred.
• Familiarity with specification editing software is required; proficiency in e-SPECS for Revit is preferred.

The salary range for this position is $81,800 to $101,400 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time summer hours, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

ABOUT OUR FIRM
CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice is equitable for all employees, representative of the communities around us – and focused on the future of design. We advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts through the leadership of our DEI Council, Employee Resource Groups and other community advocacy initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

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As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.