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Design Workshop

Specifications Writer

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Design Workshop
International landscape architecture, planning, urban design and strategic services firm.
Licensed landscape architect specializing in specifications development and coordination.
7d ago
$85,000 - $100,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Denver, CO
Office Full-Time
Company Size
140 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Urban Design
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Sustainability
Community Engagement
Sector Specialisms
No specialisms available
Role
What you would be doing
spec development
spec review
product submittals
procurement docs
master specs
materials research
  • Coordinate and review consultant technical specifications to ensure consistency with firm standards and the overall project manual, while confirming adherence to current formatting conventions.
  • Develop, organize, and deliver construction specifications across applicable project phases and milestones.
  • Support construction observation efforts by reviewing product submittals, assessing substitution requests, and providing recommendations on compliance with specifications.
  • Conduct product and materials research; support project designers in evaluating and selecting appropriate options.
  • Prepare and evaluate procurement and contract documentation.
  • Collaborate with internal teams on the preparation and refinement of specifications and project manuals.
  • Development of a firmwide master set of specifications.
  • Stay current on building technologies, product innovations, material advancements, regulatory updates, and industry trends to bring relevant expertise to project teams.
  • Manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining deadlines and delivering quality outcomes while working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Analyze drawings and project documentation to draft, review, and refine specifications in alignment with project requirements, institutional guidelines, firm standards, technical criteria, industry best practices, and applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
What you bring
leed ap
cdt
bluebeam
autocad
5 years
bachelor's
  • Membership in the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) required; CDT certification preferred. LEED AP credentials are highly valued.
  • Skilled in developing and editing specifications, preparing project manuals, and managing formatting and document production across disciplines.
  • Demonstrate strong design sensibility, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
  • Comfortable interfacing with clients and contractors, applying technical expertise to guide decision-making and ensure high-quality project outcomes.
  • Minimum of five years of professional experience in landscape architecture, including at least three years focused on writing, editing, and developing specifications at a progressively responsible level.
  • Ability to update and refine in-house master specifications and maintain other reference resources.
  • Bluebeam Revu, Bluebeam Studio, and Adobe Creative Suite
  • Software Skills
  • Proficient in interpreting construction drawings, program requirements, criteria documents, and technical details.
  • Solid understanding of landscape architectural design, engineering coordination, construction methods, products, design trends, and building systems, with the ability to communicate these effectively in both written and verbal form.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting design teams with research on materials, fabricators, and manufacturers for landscape architectural projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related discipline.
  • AutoCAD and Revit
  • Expertise in editing, formatting, and developing custom specification sections, as well as assembling comprehensive Project Manual deliverables across multiple disciplines.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1969 Founded
Year of Establishment
The firm was established in 1969 by two NC State faculty members.
ASLA 2008
Award Recognition
Crowned ASLA Firm of the Year in 2008 for decades of award-winning innovation.
Employee-Owned ESOP 2020
Unique Ownership Structure
Adopted a 100% employee-owned ESOP structure in 2020, ensuring shared long-term stewardship.
  • The firm emerged as a collaborative 'design workshop' for communities.
  • Early work focused on blending development with nature in ecologically sensitive areas like coastal North Carolina and Aspen.
  • Has grown into an international practice with studios across the U.S., delivering master plans for towns, resorts, and major urban centers.
  • Typical projects include parks, public plazas, resort developments, mixed-use communities, golf courses, and residential estates.
  • Operates under a performance-based design process—DW Legacy Design®—balancing environmental care, community, art, and economics.
  • Their work has influenced public transit development, fragile ecosystem planning, and compiled a collection archive at Utah State University.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
Inclusion & Diversity
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