Specifications Writer

ZGF is seeking a Specifications Writer to join our team in our Washington D.C office with at least 10 years of experience. Each day we ideate, collaborate, and create, supported by a culturally diverse group of architectural professionals. Our team thrives on multi-disciplinary engagement while practicing at the intersection of architecture, interiors, and urban design and are distinguished by our creative and intellectual curiosity.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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; 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

Nice to have

Professional architecture degree preferred, or related degree considered; Architectural license preferred; CSI CDT or CCS certificate preferred, though not required

Benefits

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