ZGF is seeking a
Specifications Writer to join our team in our
Washington D.C office with at least 10 years of experience.
As a
Specifications Writer, you will...
- Be a well-rounded strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design and technical project resolution.
- Bring a proven track-record of success with complex, multi-phase projects.
- Participate in setting direction for the execution of project goals and objectives, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation, and development of novel concepts and methods.
- 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.
- Assist staff in conducting product research.
- Assist with ongoing editing and revisions of ZGF master specifications.
- 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 energized to create something new every day and eager to collaborate in a team.
- Participate in the effective performance of the project team regarding project quality, schedule, and budget.
- 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.
- CSI 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.
Base Salary Range$115,000/yr - $160,000/yr depending on experience
BenefitsZGF Employees Enjoy 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.
Apply With: - Cover letter
- Resume
- Work samples
If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work, we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume online.
