Specifications Writer

Stantec • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. We are seeking an experienced Specification Writer to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, technically accurate project documentation across a wide range of building types. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and skilled at navigating the fast-paced, evolving demands of design and construction projects.

Requirements

• Strong ability to interpret, evaluate, and communicate requirements for materials, products, and workmanship.
• Exceptional judgment, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• 10–15 years of experience in the design and construction industry, with demonstrated expertise in specification writing.

Nice To Haves

• CSI Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) credential preferred.
• Familiarity with e-Spec or similar specification software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive project specifications for assignments of varying scale, complexity, and building type, working closely with project managers and design teams.
• Develop, maintain, and update firmwide master specifications in coordination with other Page specification writers.
• Ensure alignment between in-house project specifications and consultant specifications, facilitating seamless coordination across disciplines.
• Plan, schedule, and manage your specification workload to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Support project teams by researching, evaluating, and recommending building products, systems, materials, and construction methods.
• Maintain strong knowledge of current industry trends, new technologies, and evolving code requirements through proactive research and ongoing communication with manufacturers and technical experts.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with product representatives and industry specialists to validate and enhance specification accuracy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees