Specifications Specialist - Boston

Gensler; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two annual bonuses

ESOP

401(k) and profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gensler in Boston is seeking a Specifications Specialist to research, evaluate, and compose architectural material specifications for diverse design projects. You will work with design teams to develop material analysis, select products, edit specifications, and contribute to construction contract specifications.

This role is based in Gensler's Boston office. You will collaborate with project teams, mentor technical staff, and liaise with manufacturers to ensure standards, sustainability, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• 7+ years of experience in the architectural profession, 5+ years dedicated to specification writing.
• CSI CDT or CCS certification.
• Active member of CSI or SCIP preferred.
• Licensed Architect preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams to manage budgeting, scheduling, and production of high‑quality project manuals using Gensler’s master specification core documents.
• Provide expert technical guidance on product and material evaluations, selections, and research, ensuring alignment with project goals and sustainability standards.
• Maintain deep knowledge of construction products, methods, codes, and industry trends to support accurate and enforceable specifications.
• Lead and mentor office technical teams, fostering learning through educational programs and training on specification documents, construction technologies, and editing methodologies.
• Support the development and customization of regional and local variations to firmwide master specifications, ensuring consistency and relevance across projects.
• Liaise with manufacturer representatives for technical research and project support, and contribute to firmwide best practices in material research and sustainability.
• Partner with Regional Specification Leaders in maintaining and updating master specification documents, delivering educational content, and conducting compliance training.
• Write and edit technical specifications that meet project requirements, legal standards, and building codes, leveraging broad expertise in materials and construction methods.
• Support and champion Gensler’s Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) by integrating carbon‑neutral strategies into specification practices and project documentation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Job description

Description

As a Gensler Specifications Specialist, you will research and evaluate architectural materials for their application across a variety of exciting design projects. The role includes working closely with project design teams to develop, compose and assist in material analysis and research, selecting products, editing specifications, and administering construction contracts specification development. You will also liaise with our design studios to support the development and knowledge‑share of key technical criteria for documentation. This position is based in Gensler's Boston office.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with project teams to manage budgeting, scheduling, and production of high‑quality project manuals using Gensler’s master specification core documents.
• Provide expert technical guidance on product and material evaluations, selections, and research, ensuring alignment with project goals and sustainability standards.
• Maintain deep knowledge of construction products, methods, codes, and industry trends to support accurate and enforceable specifications.
• Lead and mentor office technical teams, fostering learning through educational programs and training on specification documents, construction technologies, and editing methodologies.
• Support the development and customization of regional and local variations to firmwide master specifications, ensuring consistency and relevance across projects.
• Liaise with manufacturer representatives for technical research and project support, and contribute to firmwide best practices in material research and sustainability.
• Partner with Regional Specification Leaders in maintaining and updating master specification documents, delivering educational content, and conducting compliance training.
• Write and edit technical specifications that meet project requirements, legal standards, and building codes, leveraging broad expertise in materials and construction methods.
• Support and champion Gensler’s Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) by integrating carbon‑neutral strategies into specification practices and project documentation.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• 7+ years of experience in the architectural profession, 5+ years dedicated to specification writing as described above
• Certified by CSI as a Construction Document Technician (CDT) or Certified Construction Specifier (CCS)
• Active member of Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) or Specification Consultants in Independent Practice (SCIP) preferred
• Licensed Architect preferred

The base salary range will be estimated between $110,000 and $145,000. Gensler’s total compensation package is multi‑layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and profit sharing. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best‑in‑class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to Well‑being Week, our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests. We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k), profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities. Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees, as well as tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes.

Notice to Applicants

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