Specifications Writer – Austin

O'Connell Robertson; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Connell Robertson is seeking a Specifications Writer to join our Austin/San Antonio team in the Architectural Quality Department. The role focuses on developing and maintaining comprehensive project specifications and manuals to support high-quality project delivery.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in architectural projects, a degree in Architecture or related field, and strong skills in coordinating specs with drawings, materials knowledge, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience supporting architectural projects.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field from an accredited program.
• Experience preparing and coordinating architectural specifications and project manuals.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain comprehensive project specifications and manuals.
• Coordinate specifications with drawings and consultant documentation for consistency.
• Lead specification kickoff and coordination meetings; conduct review sessions.

Skills

Architectural domain knowledge

Attention to detail

Organization & communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture or related field

Tools

SpecLink or similar

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam / Adobe Acrobat

Job description

LOCATION

Austin or San Antonio TX

REPORTS TO

Director of Architectural Quality

JOIN OUR TEAM

Were looking for more than an employee

Were looking for high impact individuals; someone as passionate about Architecture as we are Creative problem solving and design is encouraged and cultivated

Our team is made up of individuals who believe in strong collaborative relationships and who share our conviction that everyone on a project should be inspired by the mission

We want someone who can get behind that vision who celebrates a team approach and is motivated by design that positively impacts our communities

If that describes you theres an exciting career that awaits you here

WHAT WERE AFTER

Our progressive Specifications Team in Austin Texas is seeking a Specifications Writer with a positive collaborative work style

We want someone with a desire to exceed expectations and a commitment to developing complete accurate high quality Project Manuals

Bottom line we want only the best

For over seven decades OConnell Robertson has built a powerful legacy of design excellence

We are driven by our enduring commitment to investing in and serving our people community and clients through developing strong capable teams

HOW YOULL MAKE AN IMPACT AT OCONNELL ROBERTSON

• The Specifications Writer is a key member of the Architectural Quality Department responsible for developing coordinating and maintaining comprehensive project specifications and project manuals that support the successful delivery of architectural projects
• Coordinate specifications with architectural drawings and consultant documentation to ensure consistency and completeness
• Facilitate specification kickoff meetings coordination meetings and specification review sessions
• Support material and product research evaluation and selection
• Advise project teams on specification content standards and best practices
• Manage project specifications throughout the design and construction process including revisions addenda proposal requests and ASIs
• Collaborate with manufacturers and industry representatives to maintain current product knowledge and technical resources
• Ensure compliance with firm standards building codes owner requirements and quality assurance objectives
• Support continuous improvement of specification standards templates and project delivery processes

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN YOUR ROLE

• Were looking for passionate driven self starters
• Beyond that youll need 7 years experience supporting architectural projects
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture Architectural Engineering Construction Management or a related field from an accredited program
• Experience preparing and coordinating architectural specifications and project manuals
• Strong knowledge of construction materials building systems and construction documentation
• Excellent organization communication and collaboration skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Bluebeam andor Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with SpecLink or similar specification software is preferred

WHY US

Thats easy OConnell Robertson is an acclaimed dynamic highly regarded employer with a strong local Austin San Antonio Houston and Dallas presence with a regional reach

We have inspiring workspaces excellent compensation and benefits and a team culture that enthusiastically supports personal and career development as well as diversity in the workplace

We strive to offer flexible employee work schedules accommodating work hours and locations that will give you the best opportunity to succeed while still balancing life outside the office with family and friends

BACKGROUND CHECKS

OConnell Robertson may be required to run background checks on individuals working on jobsites where a background check is required by the owner

EOE STATEMENT

OConnell Robertson hires quality candidates without regard to race color religion sex sexual preference age national origin disability sexual orientation genetic information gender identity veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law