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Specifications Writer

CompanyCorgan
LocationDallas
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 11, 2026
About The Company
Corgan is an employee-owned architecture and design firm with 20 locations and more than 1,000 team members globally. The firm, ranked as the No. 4 architecture firm by Building Design + Construction, works with clients in a variety of sectors including aviation & transportation, data centers, education, government, health, mixed-use, multifamily, office, and workplace. Founded in 1938, Corgan has developed a strong reputation for agility in design by anticipating marketplace changes and leading clients to thoughtful, data-driven design solutions. Its research insights and design expertise empower the organization to foresee emerging changes and develop solutions that minimize risk, create flexibility, and maximize longevity.
About the Role

Overview

At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you’ll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.

 

We are actively recruiting an experienced Specification Writer to join our Technical Design Services team in our Dallas office location.  This detail-oriented individual will work to uphold the highest quality standards for technical design and project specifications. 

 

Responsibilities

  • Working with the design team to select appropriate materials and systems for various project types including commercial, healthcare, aviation, education and data centers
  • Writing project specifications from Corgan master specifications and compiling project manuals
  • Assisting design team with technical guidance during construction contract administration
  • Product research and evaluation
  • Technical design assistance
  • Construction contract administration support of design studio staff
  • Mentoring of design studio technical staff

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent
  • 8-10 years of experience in the design & construction industry
  • 3 years experience as Specifications Writer
  • Experience in one or more of our market sectors (commercial, healthcare, aviation, education, data centers, and interiors) is highly preferred
  • Licensed architect, CSI CCS, or CSI CCCA preferred

This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.

 

Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.

 

Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!

 

*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed. *

 

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

 

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Key Skills
Technical DesignSpecification WritingProject SpecificationsMaster SpecificationsProject ManualsTechnical GuidanceConstruction Contract AdministrationProduct ResearchDesign AssistanceStaff MentoringQuality StandardsMaterial SelectionSystem Selection
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringArt & Design
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Specifications Writer will work with the design team to select appropriate materials and systems for various project types and be responsible for writing project specifications from master specifications and compiling project manuals. This role also involves assisting the design team with technical guidance during construction contract administration and conducting product research and evaluation.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
1430
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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