Specifications Writer

ZGF Architects LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

HSA with employer contribution

401k with employer match

4 weeks PTO and 10 paid holidays

Job summary

ZGF Architects in Los Angeles is seeking a Specifications Writer with at least 10 years of experience to join our team. The role focuses on editing, maintaining, and creating technical specification sections across complex projects within architecture and design.

Collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams is essential to align project goals, scope, and quality while meeting schedules and budgets. As a Specifications Writer, you will edit specifications, develop written requirements for

Qualifications

• Be a well-rounded strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design and technical project resolution.
• Bring a proven track-record of success with complex, multi-phase projects.
• Participate in setting direction for the execution of project goals and objectives, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation, and development of novel concepts and methods.
• Edit and maintain project specifications per established procedures.
• Review, edit, and create technical specification sections.
• Create the written requirements for the products, procedures, and standards for complex projects.
• Develop relationships with product representatives.
• Assist staff in conducting product research.
• Assist with ongoing editing and revisions of ZGF master specifications.
• Occasionally assist with other project administration duties including responding to RFIs or submittals.
• Seek engagement and collaboration at all levels, including the internal and external design team, toward design solutions.
• Be energized to create something new every day and eager to collaborate in a team.
• Participate in the effective performance of the project team regarding project quality, schedule, and budget.
• Be calm under pressure and be able to prioritize tasks across multiple projects or assignments.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Experience with specifications

Project coordination

Editing specifications

Job description

ZGF is seeking a Specifications Writer to join our team in our Los Angelesoffice with at least 10 years of experience. Each day we ideate, collaborate, and create, supported by a culturally diverse group of architectural professionals. Our team thrives on multi-disciplinary engagement while practicing at the intersection of architecture, interiors, and urban design and are distinguished by our creative and intellectual curiosity.

As a Specifications Writer, you will…

Qualifications:

• Be a well-rounded strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design and technical project resolution.
• Bring a proven track-record of success with complex, multi-phase projects.
• Participate in setting direction for the execution of project goals and objectives, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation, and development of novel concepts and methods.
• Edit and maintain project specifications per established procedures.
• Review, edit, and create technical specification sections.
• Create the written requirements for the products, procedures, and standards for complex projects.
• Develop relationships with product representatives.
• Assist staff in conducting product research.
• Assist with ongoing editing and revisions of ZGF master specifications.
• Occasionally assist with other project administration duties including responding to RFIs or submittals.
• Seek engagement and collaboration at all levels, including the internal and external design team, toward design solutions.
• Be energized to create something new every day and eager to collaborate in a team.
• Participate in the effective performance of the project team regarding project quality, schedule, and budget.
• Be calm under pressure and be able to prioritize tasks across multiple projects or assignments.

Base Salary Range

• ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution
• HSA with employer contribution
• 401k with employer match
• 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year
• paid parental and family leave programs

ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates.