Structural Steel Drafting Checker

PTW Energy Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

OT opportunities

Safety PPE provided

Job summary

PTW Energy Services is seeking a Structural Drafting Checker for our steel fabrication division. This on-site, full-time role focuses on ensuring accuracy of structural models, drawings and fabrication documentation throughout drafting and production.

The ideal candidate will have extensive steel fabrication experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or with a team in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years prefabrication checking or structural fitting experience.
• Strong experience with steel fabrication and structural components.
• Proficiency in Tekla Structures for structural modeling.
• Reading and interpreting construction documents and shop drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure QA of models and documents across projects.
• Verify drawings for dimensional accuracy against specs.
• Ensure compliance with engineering requirements and SOPs.
• Review material takeoffs and final quantities.
• Check erection and site material sheets for accuracy.

Skills

Tekla Structures

Read shop drawings

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Customer service mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Company Overview PTW Energy Services is a leading industry solutions provider delivering construction, fabrication, and maintenance services across Canada. We support key industrial sectors including agriculture, mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, pulp and paper, nuclear, and renewable energy industries.

Structural Drafting Checker

Company Overview PTW Energy Services is a leading industry solutions provider delivering construction, fabrication, and maintenance services across Canada. We support key industrial sectors including agriculture, mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, pulp and paper, nuclear, and renewable energy industries.

PTW is seeking a Structural Drafting Checker to support our steel fabrication division. This is a full-time, on-site role working Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, quality, and compliance of structural models, drawings, and fabrication documentation throughout the drafting and production process. This role is ideal for someone with strong steel fabrication experience and a sharp eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure quality assurance of models and documents produced by the drafting department across assigned projects
• Verify drawings for dimensional accuracy against construction documents and specifications
• Ensure compliance with engineering requirements, project details, and standard operating procedures
• Review early material takeoffs for procurement accuracy
• Validate production material sheets and final order quantities
• Check erection and site material sheets for design compliance and correct quantities
• Review steel tickets for accuracy, clarity, and alignment with erection drawings
• Support consistency and accuracy throughout the drafting and fabrication workflow
• Maintain high attention to detail in all documentation reviews

Qualifications / Requirements

• 7+ years of prefabrication checking or structural fitting experience preferred
• Strong experience with steel fabrication and structural components
• Proficiency in Tekla Structures for structural modeling
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Bluebeam (or similar collaboration tools)
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction documents and shop drawings
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Strong customer service mindset and communication skills
• Adaptable and open to process improvements and change initiatives
• Self-starter with the ability to learn quickly and work resourcefully

Additional Requirements

• Must have own vehicle (facility is not accessible by public transportation)
• On-site position (Monday to Friday)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced fabrication environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Full-time permanent employment
• Overtime opportunities where applicable
• Training and development opportunities
• Career advancement within fabrication and engineering support functions
• Safety training and PPE provided where required

Why Work at PTW

• Stable work within a growing steel fabrication division
• Strong safety-first and quality-driven culture
• Opportunities for learning, development, and advancement
• Collaborative, skilled trades and technical environment
• Employee recognition programs including Quarterly Appreciation Awards and Safety Rewards
• Values-driven organization grounded in Care, Excellence, and Passion