Detailer III

Southland Industries Inc.; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Career advancement and apprenticeship

Wellness resources

Job summary

Southland Industries is looking for an experienced Detailer to support construction projects by creating and coordinating shop drawings, BIM modeling, and MEP systems. You will collaborate with project teams, lead less experienced detailers, and help drive on-time deliverables.

Role involves leading 3D modeling, coordinating trades, and assisting with budget accountability. Strong communication and CAD/BIM software skills are essential for project success.

Qualifications

• High School or GED with 4 years related experience or trade apprenticeship with 2 years field experience.
• Field Foreman/General Foreman preferred
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write, edit and proofread content.
• Solid understanding of craft
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction documents
• Current knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Piping, Sheet Metal trades and field installation methods
• Attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate projects
• Ability to train less experienced Detailers
• Working knowledge of AEC, BIM, CAD software (Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD)

Responsibilities

• Creates advanced shop drawings for mechanical systems in major construction projects.
• Provides MEP coordination.
• Maintains documentation protocols for retrieval and understanding by others.
• Leads final trade coordination and sign-off with General Contractor (when applicable).
• Assists with design pull schedule to direct model development to meet deliverables.
• Assists with budget and cost accountability.
• May lead the final trade coordination and sign-off process with the General Contractor.
• Delivers advanced 3D modeling using BIM.
• Participates in meetings with project team to ensure successful product.

Skills

BIM Modeling

Navisworks

Revit

AutoCAD

HVAC

Plumbing

Piping

Sheet Metal

Communication

Detailing

Project Coordination

Leadership/Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade Apprenticeship

Tools

Navisworks

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Summary

Supports construction projects through the creation, coordination, and management of shop drawings, BIM modeling, and MEP systems. Collaborates across teams, contributes to project efficiency and accuracy.

Position Details

• Provides advanced support on construction projects including receiving, logging, tracking, expediting and distribution of shop drawings, RFI's and other construction project documentation.
• Creates advanced shop drawings for mechanical systems in major construction projects.
• Creates equipment, room layout and detail drawings.
• Maintains a protocol of documents in such a way that information can be retrieved and understood by others.
• Achieves reduced time/costs related to potential errors of clash detection.
• Provides MEP coordination.
• Provides advanced 3D modeling using BIM.
• Participates in construction and other meetings as required, collaborates with project team to ensure a successful product.
• Serves as lead to less experienced team members and delegates work as needed.
• Assists with design pull schedule to direct the model development to meet deliverables.
• Assists with budget and cost accountability.
• May lead the final trade coordination and sign-off process in conjunction with the General Contractor.

Qualifications

• High School or GED and 4 years of related experience or trade apprentice program completion and 2 years of related field experience
• Field Foreman/General Foreman preferred
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write, edit and proofread content.
• Solid understanding of craft
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction documents
• Current knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Piping, Sheet Metal trades and field installation methods
• Attention to detail
• Ability to coordinate projects
• Ability to train less experienced Detailers
• Working knowledge of applicable AEC, BIM, CAD software (Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD)

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits-including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions-are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer **** and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.