Senior Specifications Writer
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A Senior Specifications Writer creates technical specifications and project manuals for design and construction projects, mentors technical staff, and supports contract administration.
About this role
Overview
At Corgan we are passionate about great design. We are also passionate about great people, whether they’re clients, consultants, or co-workers. Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our strength lies in our people, and those people consistently exceed expectations.
We are actively recruiting an experienced Senior Specification Writer to join our Technical Design Services team in our Dallas office location. This detail-oriented individual will work to uphold the highest quality standards for technical design and project specifications.
Responsibilities
- Working with the design team to select appropriate materials and systems for various project types including commercial, healthcare, aviation, education, interiors, multi-family and data centers
- Writing project specifications from Corgan master specifications and compiling project manuals
- Assisting design team with technical guidance during construction contract administration
- Product research and evaluation
- Technical design assistance
- Construction contract administration support of design studio staff
- Mentoring of design studio technical staff
Qualifications
- This role is an on-site position.
- Qualified candidates should be able to work independently, be meticulous and detail oriented, possess exceptional judgment, and be experienced in the ability to communicate the qualitative requirements for materials, products, systems, and workmanship clearly and concisely.
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent
- 15+ years of experience in the design & construction industry with 10 years of experience as a Specifications Writer
- Experience in one or more of our market sectors (commercial, healthcare, aviation, education, data centers, and interiors) highly preferred
- Experience with VisiSpecs software preferred
- Licensed architect, CSI CCS, or CSI CCCA required
This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.
At Corgan, we commit our time and talent through service, provide financial support through giving, and balance elevated design with responsible, sustainable solutions, and cultivate equity and inclusivity inside and outside our firm. We share a deep curiosity about how we can improve lives through design. Our philosophy of work and life balance is an important and valued part of our culture. Corgan promotes a healthy balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office. Come be a part of our agile firm!
Base Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000 annually – Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York location only
The estimate range represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in Chicago, New York and Los Angeles only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. In addition, base salary is not inclusive of total compensation.
*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed.
*EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet
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