Divion 8 Detailer

Turner Construction Company; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonuses

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

End of year appreciation pay

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Identity theft protection

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a Division 8 detailer to develop detailed door and hardware schedules and coordinate opening requirements per contract documents. You will prepare submittals, cutsheets, and RFIs, ensuring local code compliance for commercial projects.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of estimating experience, with proficiency in blueprint reading and Microsoft Office. Strong math and communication skills are essential; on-site work in San Antonio, TX is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited program and 1 year of related experience.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably with estimating.
• Proficiency in blueprint/plan reading and interpretation of specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry software.

Responsibilities

• Review sales sheets and job requirements to verify estimates and price extensions.
• Detail opening quantities from contract documents and ensure code compliance.
• Prepare submittals, shop drawings, cutsheets, and RFIs with product data.
• Schedule materials, verify costs, and support chosen products.
• Coordinate updates and resubmissions post-approval or for orders.
• Maintain compliance with UL, fire, building, ADA, and safety regulations.
• Provide clear notes for GC or architect during submittals.
• Assist Project Manager or location manager as needed.

Skills

Blueprint/plan reading

Mathematical skills

Oral communication

Detail-oriented

Deadline-conscious

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a division 8 detailer responsible for providing detailed door and hardware schedules, coordinating opening requirements as outlined in contract documents (plans, specifications, and addenda), and ensuring compliance with local codes. This role involves preparing submittals, detailed cutsheets, and RFIs, and ensuring products meet local code compliance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review sales sheets and job requirements from the sales/estimating department to ensure accuracy in estimated quantities and price extensions.
• Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects.
• Detail and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.
• Record and compare costs during the scheduling process against estimated costs.
• Prepare shop drawings, schedules, and submittals using manufacturer catalog cuts to support selected products.
• Create necessary drawings for elevations and corresponding sections using company‑issued software.
• Ensure all project specifications meet local code requirements without exception.
• Document detailed notes to outline issues or verifications needed from the General Contractor or architect during the submittal process.
• Review schedules and submittals for errors or issues that could impact the project before approval submission.
• Manage updates and resubmissions of submittals post‑approval or prepare for order processing as directed by the Project Manager or location manager.
• Perform other duties as required by the location manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program and minimum of 1 year of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience Construction or construction‑related industry experience
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably with an estimating background.
• Proficiency in Software for Hardware is preferred but not required
• Able to use Microsoft Office
• Proficient in blueprint/plan reading and specification interpretation.
• Detail‑oriented, deadline‑conscious, and goal‑driven.
• Capable of managing various types of projects.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Proficient in industry‑related software and Microsoft Office.
• Thorough knowledge of door, frame, and hardware applications related to UL, fire code, building code, ADA, life safety, and other regulations pertinent to commercial construction.
• Excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee may occasionally travel both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee regularly performs work on‑site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off‑site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

*May perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. In addition to our extensive benefit offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end of year appreciation pay.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.