Senior Specification Writer
As a Senior Specification Writer, you will lead the organization in developing standard specification practices, serve as the lead writer for large project specifications, and function as a resource for staff members writing project specifications. You will ensure seamless integration of building systems with project design and documents while managing BSD SpecLink (or similar) software. Additionally, you will collaborate across disciplines to provide technical guidance, coordinate contract documents, and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Deliver Results
- Create standard specification sections in conjunction with subject matter experts across various disciplines.
- Develop documents tailored for different locations, markets, and regulatory environments.
- Work with Project Architects and Engineers to understand project requirements and develop specifications accordingly.
- Assist Project Managers in developing front-end documents for various project types and construction delivery methods.
- Review project drawings and documentation to write and edit specifications.
- Translate design requirements into materials, methods, and installation procedures.
- Perform product research and support material selection and system research.
- Provide quality management reviews and technical guidance to project teams.
- Maintain relationships with vendors and consultants to stay updated on best practices and solutions.
- Lead the development and continual improvement of master specification software to reflect project types, sustainability, and regional conditions.
- Mentor team members and lead lessons learned sessions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field required; Master’s Degree preferred.
- Licensed Architect or Engineer preferred; CSI-CCS certification preferred; willingness to complete CSI-CDT within one year required; LEED AP accreditation preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years in the field with specific expertise in specification development.
- Advanced knowledge of design trends, building systems, material applications, and construction methods; strong proficiency in building codes, quality assurance/control, and project coordination.
- Experience with BSD SpecLink preferred; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
People Matter
Each individual’s background, knowledge, ability, and experience contributes to strengthening our organization and projects. Our dedication to diversity includes company provided training and education, equitable recruitment, a grassroots employee DEI committee, and robust community partnerships.
Progressive Companies is comprised of people with a variety of abilities, races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ages, veteran statuses, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential elements of innovative design. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Transforming Spaces. Empowering People.
The talented professionals of Progressive Companies are designers of a bold new future, creating high-performance structures and pathways, delivering on today’s needs and preparing for what’s to come. We live by the idea that design isn’t simply about beauty, it’s about improving strategic outcomes—what we call Performance Based Design. Our work spans across the nation, allowing team members to work on a variety of exciting projects and maximize impact as trusted partners to our clients and communities.
Sustainable and Inclusive
We are dedicated to human-centered, sustainable, and inclusive design practices. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to building trust, respect, and truly innovative design making spaces welcoming and accessible to all. Our sustainability approach embraces the AIA 2030 Commitment, together with a range of high performance, restorative, and regenerative strategies with a focus on climate responsive results to maximize positive impact in our industry.
Employee Owned
We act like owners—because we are. From modest beginnings of four original engineering partners in 1962, to almost 300 architects, engineers, designers, and consultants across multiple regional offices today, the energy, resourcefulness, and entrepreneurial mindset you expect from a CEO come standard with every team member.
Culture of Excellence
The firm is continually ranked as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation®, with comprehensive benefits including an award-winning wellness program, hybrid work schedule, summer hours, profit-sharing, and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). We take our work seriously, but have fun along the way, which fuels the creative spirit and supports a focus on work and life integration.
Progressive Companies is committed to development and growth of team members through continuing education, mentorship, growth opportunities, and more. We are dedicated to giving back to our communities, with paid service-learning hours available to every employee and corporate sponsorship for a wide range of community organizations and activities.
Other details
- Job Family Architecture
- Pay Type Salary
- Grand Rapids, MI, USA