Architectural Specification Writer
About The Position
dormakaba is seeking a remote-based Architectural Specification Writer to write architectural specifications supporting end users, architects, and design-build firms. The role supports dormakaba’s full portfolio of solutions and products, interacting with architects, contractors, and owners as they develop solutions, publish specifications, comply with owner standards, and manage the submittal process with an ASR team member. The position provides specifications for products, solutions, and services across dormakaba’s North American businesses, ensures the selected solutions suit each facility and end user’s functions, and ensures specifications meet applicable building and local codes. It also prepares catalog cuts and product-specific information when requested by architects. The hiring base salary range is $90,000–$105,000, with a Sales Incentive Plan; salary depends on the applicant’s qualifications and other stated factors.
Requirements
- 5 or more years of experience in the door and hardware industry.
- Proven knowledge of the International Building Code (IBC), NFPA 101 Life Safety, NFPA 80 Fire Doors and Frames, NFPA 105, and ADA compliance regulations.
- Extensive experience writing specifications within relevant CSI MasterFormat sections in Divisions 8, 10, 11, and 28.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree, technical or vocational school degree, or equivalent.
- Current AHC certification.
- Experience with Bluebeam PDF software.
- Ability to navigate sustainability program issues, including LEED, LBC, and Green Globes.
- Prior experience with Revit.
- Knowledge of Salesforce.
Responsibilities
- Provide project specifications covering dormakaba products, solutions, and services across all North American businesses.
- Ensure specifications use appropriate solutions for each facility and the specific functions of the end user or owner.
- Ensure specifications meet applicable building codes and local codes.
- Prepare catalog cuts and product-specific information as requested by architects.
- Interact with architects, contractors, and owners during solution development, specification publication, owner-standard compliance, and submittal management with an ASR team member.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage options with no waiting periods.
- Medical wellness programs.
- Vacation and personal time off.
- Parental leave for mothers and fathers.
- 401(k) matching beginning on day one.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Learn and Grow Program supporting internal advancement.
- Access to more than 15,000 LinkedIn Learning courses.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- Voluntary legal insurance.
- Referral reward bonuses.
- Corporate discounts for shopping, travel, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
