Senior Architectural Specification Writer

Company Overview :

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at www.dar.com.

Our Vision and Values:

We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to:

• Excellence
• Responsibility
• Empowerment
• Connectivity
• Courage

Job Summary:

Dar Al-Handasah is seeking an experienced Senior Architectural Specification Writer with deep expertise in building systems, construction materials, and technologies.

This role requires an excellent communicator capable of leading high-level discussions with senior staff and clients, while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams across multiple global locations.

Qualifications & Key Responsibilities

• Standards & Formats: Thorough familiarity with British (NBS) and/or European Specification formats as well as ASTM standards.
• Codes: In-depth knowledge of regulations, including but not limited to UAE Fire & Life Safety, Dubai Municipality (DM), Dubai Civil Defence (DCD), Al Sa'fat , and Estidama .
• Quality Control: Ability to review and analyse construction drawings and design documents to develop and maintain office-wide quality control standards.
• Technical Knowledge: Exceptional understanding of architectural, interior design, and landscape specifications, materials, and construction methods.
• Sustainability: Significant experience with LEED-certified projects and regional sustainability standards. LEED-AP accreditation is highly preferred.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to supervise, support, and train technical design staff during contract document preparation.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination: Capability to assist other engineering disciplines in formatting and assembling complete project specification packages.
• Master Specifications: Experience in compiling, maintaining, and updating firm-wide master specifications.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor degree in Architecture, Architectural Science, Architectural Technology , or an equivalent credential from a recognized institution.
• Professional Membership: Registered member of a relevant professional body (e.g., CSI, BSI, RIBA ).
• Experience: Minimum of 15+ years of specification writing experience , with at least 5 years of experience located within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) / UAE region.

Kind Note:

** While we carefully review all applications, only candidates who meet the specified requirements will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your interest .