Specs Beyond Borders explores what it really takes to deliver construction specifications on large, globally distributed projects. In this episode of Deliberate Words, senior specifier Jim Robbins joins hosts Dave and Steve to share lessons learned from coordinating complex documentation across multiple time zones, design firms, and project packages.
From managing communication hierarchies and maintaining consistency across dozens of deliverables to navigating metric conversions, performance-based specifications, and evolving collaboration workflows, Jim offers practical insight into how international work magnifies the everyday challenges specifiers face. The conversation highlights why early coordination, clear expectations, and adaptability are essential tools for success—no matter where a project is located.
