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Specifications Writer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in technical writing, engineering, or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before sponsoring, certifying the role meets prevailing wage standards for your work location.
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DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.
ABOUT THE JOB
DLR Group's Phoenix, AZ office has an opening for an Architect - Specifications Writer.
Position Summary
As a key contributor to our design team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day design and technical development of Technical Specifications on our projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about producing coordinated Project Manuals that seamlessly link with the drawings and appreciates the process of articulating design and quality control through the specification process. You will coordinate all aspects of project manual documentation and delivery, working closely with our integrated design team to produce high-quality work while ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and work plans.
As part of our integrated design team, you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will partner directly with the Project Manager to ensure a high level of technical excellence of the project, the quality of project documents, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication. Additionally, you will collaborate with the cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical specifications.
DLR Group is 100% employee-owned and as such you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably.
What you will do:
- Develop technical specifications Project Manuals for projects by collaborating and coordinating with project teams and consultants to ensure a seamless flow of information from drawings to specifications.
- Develop technical specifications per industry standards established by CSI MasterFormat.
- Develop and integrate sustainable protocols into our specifications by collaborating with our Sustainability Group.
- Support construction administration team(s) to ensure that the design intent is met during construction.
- Research new, innovative products and update the firm with important specifications related changes.
- Update and maintain office guide specifications. Including meeting with product representatives to explore materials.
- Assist in integrating specifications with Revit through Visi-Specs.
- Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables, resolving any issues.
- Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Meet project deliverable deadlines and manage time effectively to maintain project schedules and work plans.
- Participate in client presentations and contribute to successful project outcomes.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Graduate degree not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations).
- Minimum of six years of professional experience in architecture, minimum of 3 years of specification writing experience.
- Professional architect licensure required; CDT (Construction Documents Technology) required; CCS (Certified Construction Specifier credential preferred; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required.
- The ability to utilize Visi-Specs as a specification writing tool is required.
- Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software.
- Understanding of the selection and integration of building systems.
- Understanding of public project delivery and requirements.
- Ability to coordinate and execute multiple overlapping tasks/deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards.
- Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning.
TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
INTRODUCTION
DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.
ABOUT THE JOB
DLR Group's Phoenix, AZ office has an opening for an Architect - Specifications Writer.
Position Summary
As a key contributor to our design team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day design and technical development of Technical Specifications on our projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about producing coordinated Project Manuals that seamlessly link with the drawings and appreciates the process of articulating design and quality control through the specification process. You will coordinate all aspects of project manual documentation and delivery, working closely with our integrated design team to produce high-quality work while ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and work plans.
As part of our integrated design team, you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will partner directly with the Project Manager to ensure a high level of technical excellence of the project, the quality of project documents, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication. Additionally, you will collaborate with the cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical specifications.
DLR Group is 100% employee-owned and as such you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably.
What you will do:
- Develop technical specifications Project Manuals for projects by collaborating and coordinating with project teams and consultants to ensure a seamless flow of information from drawings to specifications.
- Develop technical specifications per industry standards established by CSI MasterFormat.
- Develop and integrate sustainable protocols into our specifications by collaborating with our Sustainability Group.
- Support construction administration team(s) to ensure that the design intent is met during construction.
- Research new, innovative products and update the firm with important specifications related changes.
- Update and maintain office guide specifications. Including meeting with product representatives to explore materials.
- Assist in integrating specifications with Revit through Visi-Specs.
- Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables, resolving any issues.
- Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Meet project deliverable deadlines and manage time effectively to maintain project schedules and work plans.
- Participate in client presentations and contribute to successful project outcomes.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Graduate degree not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations).
- Minimum of six years of professional experience in architecture, minimum of 3 years of specification writing experience.
- Professional architect licensure required; CDT (Construction Documents Technology) required; CCS (Certified Construction Specifier credential preferred; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required.
- The ability to utilize Visi-Specs as a specification writing tool is required.
- Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software.
- Understanding of the selection and integration of building systems.
- Understanding of public project delivery and requirements.
- Ability to coordinate and execute multiple overlapping tasks/deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards.
- Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning.
TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Specifications Writer
Align your degree to the role description
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field matches the Specifications Writer position. A degree in technical communication, engineering, or a related discipline strengthens your petition far more than a general humanities or unrelated STEM degree.
Research LCA filings by occupation code
Specifications Writers fall under SOC code 27-3042. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for this exact occupation, then prioritize those companies in your job search on Migrate Mate.
Target industries with high documentation demand
Defense contractors, medical device manufacturers, and aerospace firms produce the dense technical documentation that justifies a dedicated Specifications Writer headcount. These sectors file H-1B petitions for this role far more consistently than general tech or consulting firms.
Request premium processing before your start date
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. Ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which guarantees a USCIS decision within 15 business days and prevents gaps between your OPT or current status expiration and your start date.
Verify employer E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
If you're on STEM OPT extension when you receive an H-1B offer, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to legally employ you during cap-gap. Confirm enrollment status through E-Verify before signing an offer letter.
Document samples that demonstrate specialty occupation depth
Compile a portfolio of specifications, standards documents, or regulatory submissions you've authored. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence questioning whether the role requires a degree, and employer-submitted work samples tied to your credentials directly counter that challenge.
H-1B Visa Specifications Writer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Specifications Writer job qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer's position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as technical communication, engineering, or computer science. Roles that accept any degree or substitute experience for a degree can face USCIS scrutiny. The job description should explicitly state a degree requirement tied to the technical subject matter of the specifications being written.
Which industries most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Specifications Writers?
Defense and aerospace, medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing, and enterprise software companies generate the volume of regulatory and engineering documentation that justifies dedicated Specifications Writer roles. These industries file H-1B petitions for this occupation at higher rates than general industries because their documentation work is both complex and compliance-driven. Browse verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate filtered to this role.
What SOC code does a Specifications Writer fall under, and why does it matter?
Most Specifications Writer roles are classified under SOC code 27-3042 (Technical Writers) by the DOL. Your employer uses this code when filing the Labor Condition Application, which sets the prevailing wage your offer must meet. If the employer uses a different SOC code, the prevailing wage obligation and USCIS occupational analysis both change, so confirm the classification before your LCA is filed.
Can a Specifications Writer position support an H-1B if I hold a three-year bachelor's degree?
A three-year degree from certain countries can be evaluated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year bachelor's degree through a credential evaluation by a NACES-approved service. USCIS accepts these evaluations for H-1B petitions. The equivalency assessment is stronger when your degree field directly matches the technical domain of the specifications you'll be writing, such as engineering documentation or medical device standards.
How do I find Specifications Writer employers who have an established H-1B filing history?
DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data is publicly available and shows which employers have filed for Technical Writer roles by SOC code, location, and wage level. Reviewing this data before applying lets you prioritize companies that have already navigated the H-1B process for this occupation. Migrate Mate surfaces this filing history by employer so you can filter your job search to verified H-1B sponsors for Specifications Writer positions.