Specifications Writer

Job Summary

ZGF is seeking a Specifications Writer for their Seattle office with at least 10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track-record of success with complex, multi-phase projects and will participate in setting direction for the execution of project goals and objectives.

About the Role

The Specifications Writer will be a well-rounded strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design and technical project resolution. They will bring a proven track-record of success with complex, multi-phase projects and will assist staff in conducting product research, developing relationships with product representatives, and assisting with ongoing editing and revisions of ZGF master specifications.

Responsibilities

• Edit and maintain project specifications per established procedures.
• Review, edit, and create technical specification sections.
• Create the written requirements for the products, procedures, and standards for complex projects.
• Develop relationships with product representatives.
• Occasionally assist with other project administration duties including responding to RFIs or submittals.
• Seek engagement and collaboration at all levels, including the internal and external design team, toward design solutions.
• Be calm under pressure and be able to prioritize tasks across multiple projects or assignments.

Qualifications

• Professional architecture degree preferred, or related degree considered.
• Architectural license preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience.
• Must be articulate with excellent communication skills and writing abilities; excellent spelling, grammatical and typing abilities.
• Experience in Construction Administration for large-scale and technically complex projects.
• CIS CDT or CCS certificate preferred, though not required.
• Experience with knowledge management and building information management systems.
• Proficient with RIB SpecLink Cloud.
• Experience with MasterSpec.
• Proficient, if not an expert, in Microsoft Suite, Bluebeam Studio, Newforma.
• Familiarity with Revit.
• Experience with LEED and/or other sustainable certification systems required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to support a collaborative teamwork environment.
• Ability to be an effective collaborator and contributor to a geographically dispersed project team.
• Experience specifying both interiors and exteriors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution.
• HSA with employer contribution.
• 401k with employer match.
• 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Paid parental and family leave programs.

Pay

$110,000/yr - $150,000/yr depending on experience

Schedule

N/A

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter and resume online.