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Specifications Writer
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Cambridge, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 02140, USA
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
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Design & Architecture
Engineering Design & Technologists, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Write architectural technical specifications for each project phase based on Project Manager and Project Architect decisions and information
- Coordinate specifications across internal disciplines and consultant specifications for format and language
- Coordinate and write Uniformat specifications for schematic design
- Coordinate the Project Manual for construction documents using SMMA Master specifications, Master Spec, and Master Format templates
- Coordinate contracting, bidding, and front-end documents for client review
- Undertake project research with the Project Architect
- Review drawings and project engineer and consultant specifications for coordination with the Project Manual
- Prepare and coordinate addenda
- Assist with responding to RFIs
- Assist with evaluating submittals and substitution requests
- Assist with interpreting Contract Specifications
- Help maintain SMMA specification masters for different project and delivery types
- Educate staff on specification coordination and use
- Conduct product research and research guide specifications, specification production software, and manufacturers’ guide specifications
- Contribute to SMMA’s collaborative design excellence through internal research and knowledge sharing
- Understanding of Master Spec and Master Format specification systems
- Understanding of AIA contracts, forms, and documents
- CSI certification such as CDT, CCS, CCCA, CCPR, or other involvement in the Construction Specifications Institute
- Architectural, construction, or engineering education
- More than 5 years’ experience in an architectural, contracting, product representative, or engineering capacity
- Excellent written, graphic, and verbal communication skills
- Strong word processing skills
- Strong Internet search and retrieval skills
- H-1B visa sponsorship is not offered for this position
Demonstrates expertise in architectural specification writing and coordination, with a strong understanding of Master Spec and Master Format systems. Capable of effectively communicating and collaborating across disciplines to ensure project specifications meet industry standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords- Master Spec Understanding
- Master Format Understanding
- CSI Certification
- Architectural Education
- 5+ Years Experience
Hard Skills
- Specification Writing
- Project Manual Coordination
- Contract Document Interpretation
- Addenda Preparation
- RFI Response Assistance
- Submittal Evaluation
- Product Research
- Specification Production Software
- Specification Coordination
- Construction Document Preparation
- Excellent Written Communication
- Graphic Communication Skills
- Verbal Communication Skills
- CDT
- CCS
- CCCA
- CCPR
- AIA Contracts
- Construction Specifications Institute
- Architectural Specifications
- Consultant Specifications
- Construction Documents
- SMMA Master Specifications
- Master Spec
- Master Format Templates
Position Requirements
5+ Years
work experience
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