Sr Specification Writer

Job Title

Senior Construction Specifications Writer

05-Aug-2026

US (Remote), US-Herndon-VA, US-Herndon-VA (Hybrid), US-Tampa-FL

11135

As the recognized global standard for project-based businesses, Deltek delivers software and information solutions to help organizations achieve their purpose. Our market leadership stems from the work of our diverse employees who are united by a passion for learning, growing and making a difference. At Deltek, we take immense pride in creating a balanced, values-driven environment, where every employee feels included and empowered to do their best work.

Our employees put our core values into action daily, creating a one-of-a-kind culture that has been recognized globally. Thanks to our incredible team, Deltek has been named one of America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes, a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, a Top Workplace by The Washington Post and a Best Place to Work in Asia by World HRD Congress.

The Deltek Spec Solutions team plays a key role in the building design process for thousands of AE firms by providing critical information and industry-leading specification content in AIA Master Spec. We are passionate about providing the most effective tools to help our clients accelerate their specification development and improve the quality of their projects. As part of our dynamic and fast-paced team, you'll be encouraged to collaborate and share your knowledge and expertise, while developing your skills.

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in specification content development, then Deltek could be the perfect fit for you.

• Update existing specification content (including supporting documents) and create new content by researching relevant sources, including product literature, manufacturers' websites, industry standards, trade association and professional society publications, reference materials, and model building codes. Follow internal guidelines for writing style and workflow processes through publication.
• Work with and expand a stable of external consultants in your discipline and guide their work, defining their scope of work for updating specification content, conducting technical review of their work, and shepherding the content through internal processes to publication.
• Evaluate products for inclusion in specification content based on technical knowledge, subject matter expertise, and specification writing norms and conventions.
• Collaborate with other Deltek departments on initiatives such as enhancement of the Specpoint platform that hosts our specification content, providing input as requested.
• Respond to questions and comments from external customers such as specification subscribers and building product manufacturers, as well as internal customers such as sales and marketing staff.
• Adhere to internal style guides and CSI specification writing principles and formats, as well as internal processes for technical and editorial review of content.
• Make occasional presentations and write thought leadership pieces related to the subject matter of assigned specification sections.
• Other duties as required.

• Registered architect or licensed practicing engineer preferred. If not a registered architect or licensed practicing engineer, CSI CDT required with CCS and/or CCCA certification(s) preferred. LEED AP certification a plus.
• 10+ years of experience required in architecture practice or one or more of the following engineering disciplines: mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, civil, structural. Experience must include working in building construction settings for firms specializing in engineering,…