Specifications Writer - EV Construction

Turner & Townsend; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend seeks a Specifications Writer to define how our EV clients' facilities are built, maintained and scaled globally. The role partners with Design, Governance, BIM and Engineering to craft buildable, legally sound technical specs.

You will draft master specs, align with MEP/Struct, and research materials against codes and sustainability targets while maintaining Spec databases and ensuring field lessons inform updates.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years drafting specs for architectural and engineering projects.
• Experience with CSI MasterFormat, UniFormat and SectionFormat in facility rollouts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or similar.

Responsibilities

• Draft and evolve Master Specifications (Divisions 01–48) to support design standards and R&D.
• Partner with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and civil engineers for cohesive specs.
• Research and vet products, finishes, and equipment against durability, cost, sustainability and codes.
• Maintain and audit MasterSpec/SpecLink databases and standardized checklists.

Skills

Specs writing

Cross-disciplinary drafting

CSI MasterFormat

BSD SpecLink

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management

Tools

BSD SpecLink

MasterSpec

Revit

Job description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working inpartnershipmakes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects andprogrammesas we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities includeprogramme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We aremajority-ownedby CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premierprogramme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Specifications Writer, that will serve as the technical authority defining how our EV Clients physical infrastructure is built, maintained, and scaled globally.

The Design Studio builds and governs the physical footprint of our global network of facilities. Sitting at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and procurement, our mission is to translate spatial concepts into high-performance material standards. As a Specifications Writer, you will actively collaborate with Design, Governance, BIM, and Engineering teams to research material performance, close standards gaps, and craft buildable, legally sound, and cohesive technical specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Draft & Evolve Master Specifications: Write, review, and continuously refine technical specification sections (Divisions 01 through 48) to support our evolving design standards and R&D requirements.
• Drive Cross-Disciplinary Alignment: Partner closely with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and civil engineers to ensure engineering specifications seamlessly integrate with architectural materials and spatial requirements.
• Identify & Bridge Standards Gaps: Proactively audit active design standards, identify missing specification sections, and independently research and develop new standards from scratch.
• Lead Technical & Material Due Diligence: Research and vet proposed products, finishes, and equipment against durability, cost, sustainability targets, and building codes (IBC, NFPA, ADA, ASTM, ANSI, UL).
• Establish Quality Control Guidelines: Create standardized checklists and review tools to help project managers evaluate external Architect of Record (AOR) CD submittals for brand and technical compliance.
• Maintain Specification Databases: Own and curate the studio's MasterSpec/SpecLink cloud database, keeping templates up to date and readily accessible for production teams.
• Integrate Real-World Insights: Partner with construction and operations teams to incorporate field "lessons learned" back into master specifications, preventing recurring field failures.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Required Experience:

• Experience: 5-8+ years in technical specifications writing, architectural production, or A/E contract documents delivery (or equivalent technical expertise).
• Cross-Disciplinary Comfort: Demonstrated ability drafting and editing both architectural and engineering (MEP/Structural) specifications for cohesive delivery.
• Industry Frameworks: Solid understanding of CSI MasterFormat, UniFormat, and SectionFormat structures as applied to corporate facility rollouts.
• Specification Software: Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as BSD SpecLink or MasterSpec.
• Technical Research & Code Mastery: Experience evaluating material data sheets, testing standards (ASTM, ANSI, UL), and building codes (IBC, NFPA, ADA).
• Clear Technical Communication: Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into concise, enforceable standards.
• Education & Background: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent technical training/experience.

Preferred Experience:

• CSI Credentials: Certified Construction Specifier (CCS), Construction Documents Technologist (CDT), or Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA).
• Industry Engagement: Active membership in SCIP (Specifications Consultants in Independent Practice) or similar organizations.
• Specialized Facility Experience: Background writing specifications for large-scale rollout programs, industrial spaces, R&D labs, EV charging infrastructure, or technical prototyping facilities.
• BIM Integration: Familiarity with aligning Revit model metadata (shared parameters, keynotes) with specification databases to enable automated "BIM-to-Spec" workflows.
• Sustainability Standards: Familiarity with sustainable building certifications (LEED, WELL) and green material specifications.

The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $140,000. This range reflects the company's good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

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Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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