Specifications Writer EV Construction

Turner & Townsend is looking for a Specifications Writer that will serve as the technical authority defining how our EV Clients physical infrastructure is built maintained and scaled globally.

The Design Studio builds and governs the physical footprint of our global network of facilities. Sitting at the intersection of architecture engineering and procurement our mission is to translate spatial concepts into high-performance material standards. As a Specifications Writer you will actively collaborate with Design Governance BIM and Engineering teams to research material performance close standards gaps and craft buildable legally sound and cohesive technical specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Draft & Evolve Master Specifications: Write review and continuously refine technical specification sections (Divisions 01 through 48) to support our evolving design standards and R&D requirements.
• Drive Cross-Disciplinary Alignment: Partner closely with mechanical electrical plumbing structural and civil engineers to ensure engineering specifications seamlessly integrate with architectural materials and spatial requirements.
• Identify & Bridge Standards Gaps: Proactively audit active design standards identify missing specification sections and independently research and develop new standards from scratch.
• Lead Technical & Material Due Diligence: Research and vet proposed products finishes and equipment against durability cost sustainability targets and building codes (IBC NFPA ADA ASTM ANSI UL).
• Establish Quality Control Guidelines: Create standardized checklists and review tools to help project managers evaluate external Architect of Record (AOR) CD submittals for brand and technical compliance.
• Maintain Specification Databases: Own and curate the studios MasterSpec/SpecLink cloud database keeping templates up to date and readily accessible for production teams.
• Integrate Real-World Insights: Partner with construction and operations teams to incorporate field lessons learned back into master specifications preventing recurring field failures.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications :

Required Experience:

• Experience: 58 years in technical specifications writing architectural production or A/E contract documents delivery (or equivalent technical expertise).
• Cross-Disciplinary Comfort: Demonstrated ability drafting and editing both architectural and engineering (MEP/Structural) specifications for cohesive delivery.
• Industry Frameworks: Solid understanding of CSI MasterFormat UniFormat and SectionFormat structures as applied to corporate facility rollouts.
• Specification Software: Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as BSD SpecLink or MasterSpec.
• Technical Research & Code Mastery: Experience evaluating material data sheets testing standards (ASTM ANSI UL) and building codes (IBC NFPA ADA).
• Clear Technical Communication: Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex engineering concepts into concise enforceable standards.
• Education & Background: Bachelors degree in Architecture Civil/Mechanical Engineering Construction Management or equivalent technical training/experience.

Preferred Experience:

• CSI Credentials: Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) or Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA).
• Industry Engagement: Active membership in SCIP (Specifications Consultants in Independent Practice) or similar organizations.
• Specialized Facility Experience: Background writing specifications for large-scale rollout programs industrial spaces R&D labs EV charging infrastructure or technical prototyping facilities.
• BIM Integration: Familiarity with aligning Revit model metadata (shared parameters keynotes) with specification databases to enable automated BIM-to-Spec workflows.
• Sustainability Standards: Familiarity with sustainable building certifications (LEED WELL) and green material specifications.

Additional Information :

The salary range for this role is $120000 - $140000. This range reflects the companys good faith estimate of the base salary for this position at the time of the posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience skills qualifications and internal addition to base salary employees may be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs.

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Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time