Drafting Manager

Mid-States Concrete Industries; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-States Concrete Industries is seeking a Design & Detail Manager to lead the drafting team and ensure accurate, manufacturable precast drawings.

You will coordinate workloads, develop BIM standards, and work with Engineering, Project Management, and Production to deliver quality results on time. This role offers growth opportunities within a growing company. You will mentor staff and implement process improvements while maintaining Revit templates and standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in drafting, detailing, or design for precast products.
• Experience with precast shop drawings and erection drawings.
• Experience with reinforcing and embed detailing; precast connections.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD; BIM workflows.
• Ability to read architectural/structural drawings; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership for the design and detailing team.
• Coordinate workloads based on project priorities and deadlines.
• Review drawings/models for accuracy and standards compliance.
• Serve as BIM lead for Revit; maintain standards and templates.
• Develop and implement BIM workflows and templates.
• Identify process improvements to reduce rework and improve turnaround times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Technical writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in drafting, engineering technology, architecture, construction, or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Join Our Team at Mid-States!Are you driven, hardworking, and passionate about building something that lasts? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment where safety, quality, and craftsmanship are top priorities? If you're ready to take on the challenge, Mid-States Concrete Industries is hiring top talent to join our growing team!About the role:The Drafting (Design & Detail) Manager provides technical and day-to-day leadership for the company’s design and detailing team. This position is responsible for coordinating workloads, maintaining design and detailing standards, reviewing drawings and models for accuracy, supporting project schedules, and developing team members.The Drafting Manager works closely with Engineering, Project Management, Estimating, Production, and Field Operations to ensure drawings and details accurately communicate design intent and provide the information necessary to manufacture, deliver, and install precast concrete products.Key Responsibilities:Team Leadership & CoordinationProvide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support to the Design and Detail team.Coordinate and assign design and detailing work based on project priorities, deadlines, employee skills, and workload.Monitor project schedules and communicate potential delays or resource concerns to Engineering Manager.Establish clear expectations for quality, productivity, communication, and deadlines.Conduct regular team check-ins to review workload, project status, challenges, and priorities.Serve as a technical resource and point of escalation for design and detailing questions.Promote teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.Assist with onboarding and training new design and detailing employees.Identify training needs and opportunities for employee development.Provide feedback regarding employee performance, strengths, development opportunities, and resource needs.Quality ControlReview drawings and models for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with company standards.Perform detailed peer reviews and final checks as appropriate.Identify recurring errors and work with the team to eliminate root causes.BIM & Revit ManagementServe as the company’s primary Revit and BIM subject-matter expert.Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide BIM standards, procedures, and workflows.Establish and maintain Revit templates, project standards, view standards, naming conventions, shared parameters, and modeling practices.Manage and maintain Revit families, content libraries, title blocks, schedules, and company-specific components.Establish standards for model organization, file structure, worksharing, model coordination, and documentation.Monitor Revit model quality and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.Maintain and improve BIM workflows as technology, software, and project requirements evolve.Evaluate new BIM technologies, tools, plugins, and processes and make recommendations for implementation.Maintain organized and accurate BIM documentation and digital project files.Assist with pre-construction modeling and work collaboratively with architects and engineers to reach a viable design.Standards & Process ImprovementClose coordination on pour schedules, piece tickets, and construction drawings delivery.Develop, maintain, and improve design and detailing standards.Establish consistent practices for drawing organization, naming, dimensioning, detailing, and documentation.Maintain standard details and design resources.Identify opportunities to reduce rework, eliminate redundant processes, and improve project turnaround times.Develop and implement standardized workflows where appropriate.Work with Engineering leadership to establish measurable design and detailing performance expectations.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives across Engineering and Operations.Document lessons learned and incorporate improvements into future projects.Qualifications:AreaRequiredPreferredEducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Associate or bachelor's degree in drafting, engineering technology, architecture, construction, or a related field.Experience8+ years of experience in drafting, detailing, or design, of precast building productsExperience with precast shop drawings and erection drawings.Experience with reinforcing and embed detailing.Experience with precast connections and lifting systems.Experience with Revit and BIM workflows.Experience working directly with manufacturing or production teams.Technical Experience, knowledge, and skillsDemonstrated proficiency with Revit and, to a lesser extent, AutoCAD.Strong understanding of construction drawings and documentation.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.Strong communication and organizational skills.Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and support other employees.Technical writing experience to create, edit, and revise precast standards.Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.What “ROCKS” about Mid-States Concrete Industries?Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance401K Opportunities with Employer matchDiscretionary bonus programWeekly paySafety Incentives and Milestone Recognition for your achievementsFun, team-focused Company EventsAdvancement and leadership opportunities in a growing companyProfessional development reimbursementPaid time-off (sick, vacation and Holidays)Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) opportunities.Our vision is to change the world by being the safest and most innovative precast building company. We partner with our customers to innovate, design, and build meaningful buildings in which to live, work, and play. We commit to all of this by creating a positive experience with every interaction, having a sense of humor, and believing that being a little weird is a good thing!Mid States Concrete Industries is an equal opportunity employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans, and is committed to maintaining a diverse workplace. Mid States Concrete Industries is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact Human Resources or you may call us at 1-800-236-1072.