Detailer (Mechanical / Plumbing)

Air Systems Service & Construction; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction service company in Sacramento is seeking a Detailer to be involved in pre-construction BIM activities. The role involves confirming project specifications, modeling and coordinating piping systems, and generating fabrication deliverables. The ideal candidate will have strong BIM coordination skills and a keen attention to detail to ensure project objectives are met. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of plumbing and piping systems.
• Experience with BIM tools and techniques.
• Ability to produce detailed fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-construction BIM activities.
• Provide timely, detailed information to achieve profitable results.
• Confirm project specifications for plumbing and piping systems.
• Model and coordinate all piping systems.

Skills

BIM coordination

Attention to detail

Project specifications verification

Clash detection

Job description

Overview

OVERVIEW The plumbing or mechanical description

Responsibilities

The Detailer is responsible for participating in pre-construction BIM activities and providing timely, detailed information to the field necessary to achieve a profitable result and to meet the objectives of the company’s Mission Statement.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Detailer Has The Following Primary Responsibilities And Duties.

• Confirm project specifications for plumbing and piping systems, including materials, insulation, and installation standards. Incorporate estimating handoff and value engineering changes.
• Provide counts of fixtures, valves, and specialty devices (drains, cleanouts, pumps, backflow preventers, interceptors, etc.) for procurement and release.
• Verify equipment sizes, clearances, and connection requirements for plumbing and mechanical piping equipment.
• Model and coordinate all piping systems, including domestic water, sanitary/vent, storm, gas, hydronic, and specialty piping as required.
• Coordinate pipe routing, elevations, and system priorities per the BIM Execution Plan, ensuring constructability and accessibility of service components.
• Produce underground layouts, penetration/sleeve drawings, and coordinated riser/shaft details when required.
• Coordinate ceiling space and congestion with other trades to minimize conflicts and maintain access to valves and equipment.
• Generate fabrication and installation deliverables, including shop drawings, isometrics, spool sheets, and hanger/support details.
• Perform clash detection with all trades prior to fabrication release and provide Trimble/layout information to field crews.
• Develop material takeoffs and spool packages for prefabrication and field installation.
• Work with superintendents and foremen to support sequencing, material flow, and installation strategy.
• Maintain detailing and fabrication schedules to ensure timely project release and execution.
• Support project teams throughout construction with RFIs, coordination issues, and field/design clarifications.
• Provide as-builts and closeout documentation, track change-order detailing time, submit weekly activity reports, and attend site visits as needed.
• Provide Detailing manager weekly with a ‘daily detailing report’ with hours, activities and hindrances.