Architectural Specification Writer
Aec Resources
Premier AEC‑industry recruiting and staffing firm serving architecture, engineering, and construction projects.
Description
spec writing
qa/qc review
submittal approval
material research
design coordination
library management
As an Architectural Specification Writer, you will be responsible for developing, editing, and maintaining architectural specifications, coordinating with project teams, consultants, construction managers, and client representatives. Your work will be essential in ensuring technical accuracy, code compliance, product selection, and integration across disciplines.
- Coordinate directly with architectural design teams to ensure specifications accurately reflect design intent, performance criteria, and client requirements.
- Support firmwide architectural standards and industry best practices related to systems design and performance.
- Research and recommend new materials, construction methods, and product technologies for inclusion in master specifications.
- Conduct QA/QC reviews of project manuals and construction documents to ensure completeness, clarity, and consistency.
- Produce and edit technical specifications for assigned projects using CSI Divisions 1–14.
- Participate in project team meetings, representing the technical specifications function and ensuring coordinated efforts across disciplines.
- Approve architectural submittals and shop drawings to confirm conformance with specifications.
- Evaluate and incorporate architectural equipment and product selections in collaboration with the project team.
- Review and update master specification templates for code compliance, sustainability goals, and material innovations.
- Maintain and enhance the firm’s master architectural specifications library.
Requirements
masterspec
speclink
architecture degree
specification writing
building codes
leed
If you thrive on technical excellence and enjoy contributing to high-quality architectural outcomes, we encourage you to submit your resume today. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm where your career will grow.
Do you have experience transforming design concepts into clear, coordinated, and code-compliant technical specifications? Are you an architectural professional who is familiar with MasterSpec or SpecLink, understands construction materials and systems, and enjoys collaborating with design teams to ensure quality and consistency across projects? If so, please read on!
- Prior experience with K-12, corporate, multifamily, or healthcare projects is beneficial.
- Experience with MasterSpec or SpecLink preferred.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture (or related technical degree in architectural systems design).
- 3+ years of architectural specification writing experience.
- Strong knowledge of building codes, materials, and construction methods.
- CSI CCS, LEED accreditation, or architectural licensure a plus.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while coordinating across multiple project teams.
Benefits
This position offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the success and quality of every project.
Training + Development
Interview process
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Overview
Since 2012
Company Founding Year
Started as a niche staffing startup in Minnesota.
500+ Assignments
Project Placements
Successfully placed over 500 professionals across various projects.
18-Day Average
Hire Time
Efficient hiring process ensures projects stay on schedule.
- It has built deep talent networks across structural, mechanical, electrical and civil disciplines, matching candidates to firms at every project phase.
- Typical projects include sourcing design-phase architects, project engineers, and construction managers for diverse sectors.
- Specialized in contract staffing, executive search, and payrolling, it helps firms scale teams without administrative overhead.
- Based in Minneapolis, it connects regional AEC firms with top-tier talent across the Upper Midwest.