Specification Writer IV
Cannon DesignLocation not specified
Full Time
Posted January 29, 2026
$97k - $122k
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Job Description
A senior-level specification writer in architecture or engineering responsible for creating and managing technical building specifications for diverse projects, collaborating with project teams, mentoring staff, and supporting firm standards and sustainability initiatives.
Key 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 drawings for coordination and completeness
- Develop and improve master specifications, including sustainable and regional content
- Mentor and educate less experienced specification writers and coordinators
- Collaborate with project teams during construction administration to review shop drawings and product substitutions
- Participate in firm-wide standards development and best practices sharing
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors
- Support sustainability initiatives within the firm
Requirements
- Bachelor degree required in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or related field; Master degree preferred.
- A minimum of 8 years of related experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry, which must include a minimum of five (5) or more years of specifications writing experience.
- Current Architectural or Engineering license preferred.
- CSI certification required; CCS certification also preferred.
- 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.
- Ability to perform Coordination QA QC across disciplines.
- Experience with Engineering Specifications is a plus.
- Must possess business acumen, be a critical thinker and highly analytical.
- Must have excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Teams and OneNote, as well as BlueBeam Revu.
- Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud and MS Lists is preferred.
- Familiarity with specification editing software is required; proficiency in e-SPECS for Revit is preferred.
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of $97,460 to $121,770 annually
Flexible work options including hybrid work
Paid time off
Flex-time schedules
Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending account options
Voluntary insurances
Discretionary bonuses
401k plan
Employee perk programs
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