Cuningham Group Architecture, Inc. is hiring: Senior Specifications Writer in Mi

Bring your architectural expertise to the forefront of design excellence at Cuningham.

We're seeking a Senior Specifications Writer who thrives on transforming design intent into precise, coordinated, and buildable documentation for complex, high-profile projects. With your background in architecture, license preferred, you'll lead in developing CSI MasterFormat specifications that integrate seamlessly with our drawings, championing quality, performance, and sustainability at every step. Collaborating across disciplines and with external consultants, you'll be a trusted technical leader, guiding teams, mentoring emerging professionals, and influencing project delivery from concept through construction.

While candidates located near one of our offices are preferred, we are open to considering remote work arrangements for the right candidate.

What you will do:

1. Prepare and manage project specifications in SpecLink Cloud across various project types, including multifamily housing, hospitality, education, and other commercial and institutional projects.
2. Edit Divisions 00 & 01 for owner requirements and delivery methods.
3. Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants through meetings and design reviews to align specification efforts.
4. Serve as a technical resource for products, materials, building systems, and performance standards, integrating these into specifications.
5. Review drawings at each phase to ensure consistency; prepare addenda, evaluate substitutions, and oversee outsourced spec quality.
6. Support quality management by validating compliance with codes, regulations, and standards.
7. Stay current on client, project, and regional requirements; engage with product reps to refine material selections firmwide.
8. Mentor and train staff in specification writing, best practices, and software, fostering technical excellence.

What we look for:

• Degree in Architecture or Interior Design; architectural license preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience, including at least 7 years in specification writing.
• CSI CCS certification preferred.
• Proficiency in CSI MasterFormat and specification software, preferably SpecLink Cloud.
• Strong knowledge of building materials, systems, codes, and standards.
• Experience with Divisions 00 & 01 and multiple project delivery methods.
• Ability to coordinate across disciplines and work with consultants for integrated documents.
• Familiarity with sustainable frameworks (LEED, WELL, Living Building Challenge).
• Skilled in reviewing drawings for alignment with specifications and standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Bluebeam; familiarity with Revit/BIM 360.
• Proven mentorship abilities and organizational skills.

Compensation varies by location, experience, and responsibilities. Our talent team can share specific salary details during the hiring process. Updated 1/24/2025.

Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, 401k, paid holidays, and time off.

Why Cuningham?

Together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world. We celebrate curiosity, design the future, restore the earth, support each other, and have fun. Join us in creating a better future and supporting community health.

Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity, equity, and justice. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status.