Specification Writer IV
Cannon DesignPosted June 6, 2025
Location not specified
$97k - $122k
Full Time
Job Description
This role involves developing and managing architectural specifications for complex projects across various building types, collaborating with project teams, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to support design and construction processes.
Responsibilities
- •Write architectural specifications for complex projects across various building types.
- •Produce Project Manuals and author architectural sections for inclusion.
- •Manage multiple projects, deadlines, and milestones.
- •Review and revise technical specifications and project-specific Keynotes.
- •Coordinate the Project Manual with other disciplines and ensure technical accuracy.
- •Develop and improve master specifications, including sustainable and regional content.
- •Mentor and educate less experienced specification writers and coordinators.
- •Assist during Construction Administration with shop drawing and product substitution reviews.
- •Participate in firm-wide standards development and best practices sharing.
Requirements
- •Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or a relevant field required
- •A minimum of 8 years of related experience required in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry which must include a minimum of five (5) or more years of specifications writing experience
- •Current Architectural, Engineering license or CSI certification required
- •Advanced knowledge in discipline and focused areas including project delivery methods
- •Detailed understanding of Contracts and relationship to Division 00 01
- •Knowledge of building codes and construction techniques is required
- •Advanced technical knowledge is essential
- •Ability to perform Coordination QA QC across disciplines
- •Experience with Engineering Specifications is a plus
- •Proficiency in specification editing software is required, specifically e-SPECS for Revit is preferred
- •Must be proficient in MS Office, including Teams and OneNote, as well as BlueBeam Revu
- •Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud and MS Lists is preferred
Benefits
- •Salary range of $97,460 to $121,770 annually
- •Discretionary bonuses
- •Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- •Flexible spending account options
- •Voluntary insurances
- •Paid time off
- •Flex-time summer hours
- •Remote work options
- •401k plan
- •Employee perk programs
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