Mechanical Designer

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a Mechanical Designer for Plumbing, Piping and Sheet Metal in Richmond, VA. You will generate CAD documents, shop drawings, and coordination drawings for large commercial projects such as data centers and hospitals.

The role requires AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks proficiency and strong 3D design skills, with the ability to read contract drawings and coordinate with project teams. Relocation assistance possible.

Qualifications

• High level understanding of mechanical pipe, plumbing or sheet metal in commercial/industrial construction.
• Field experience at foreman’s level pertaining to mechanical pipe, plumbing or sheet metal.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read and understand contract drawings, specs, and submittals.
• Proficiency in CAD detailing and design.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Experience with 3D Design.
• Working knowledge of Fabrication Suite software preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to deal diplomatically and effectively with customers.
• Able to work on multiple projects and meet project deadlines.
• Able to work from jobsite environment on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and details work efficiently and in accordance with plans and specifications, and Client/Customer fabrication standards.
• Documents and provides marked up submittals to Project Manager showing any modifications, or discrepancies related to inline duct and piping devices.
• Works collaboratively with Project Manager to reduce installation costs through efficient layout and acceptable changes to contract drawings.
• Creates an efficient layout by eliminating unnecessary duct, pipe, and fittings during coordination.
• Monitors and reports to the PM when coordination and detailing requires work beyond that shown on drawings.
• Attends job meetings as requested by the PM; informs Virtual Construction Manager when required.
• Provides training and support to new and existing designers in the use of computerized design software and equipment.
• Contacts the Virtual Construction Manager as conflicts in direction or priority arise.
• Reviews and understands all project documents and scope of work.
• Provides accurate estimates for completion of assignments to the Virtual Construction Manager.
• Communicates with PM or Project Engineer to accomplish tasks and notifies VS/VCM of changes affecting completion.
• Provides and reviews daily/weekly progress reports (footage, weld inches, hangers, etc.).
• Generates full coordination and fabrication drawings and paperwork (pounds of metal, footage, weld inches, feet of pipe).
• Delivers clear, dimensional, and accurate drawings/spool sheets from fabrication.
• Visits job sites as necessary to complete work assignments.
• Attends turnover and fabrication meetings as requested by the VC Manager.
• Other duties as assigned by Virtual Construction Manager.

Skills

CAD detailing

Reading drawings

Coordination

3D design

Projection & layout

Education

High school diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Fabrication Suite

Job description

Job Description

About the job

Mechanical Designer: Plumbing / Piping / Sheet Metal

Salary

$75K - $95K *depending on experience*

Full benefits package

Location: Richmond, VA

(relocation assistance possible)

Position Summary:

The Designer is responsible for generating CAD documents, project coordination drawings, working shop drawings, and any documents to support shop and construction operations - for Plumbing, Piping, or HVAC systems in large, complex commercial projects like data centers & hospitals.

Who We Are

Our client is a leading commercial construction and specialty contracting organization recognized for operational excellence across its design–procure–fabricate–install lifecycle. As part of the Comfort Systems USA (CSUSA) family of 45 operating companies, the organization has access to enterprise-scale IT infrastructure, security, and data services resources — creating a strong foundation for meaningful and sustainable technology transformation.

Primary Responsibilities/Duties

• Coordinates and details work efficiently and in accordance with plans and specifications, and Client/Customer fabrication standards. Advises the respective Project Manager as conflicts occur.
• Documents and provides marked up submittals to Project Manager showing any modifications, or discrepancies related to inline duct and piping devices. This includes, but is not limited to fire, smoke, opposed blade and control dampers on the air side, control valves and in line specialty devices related to the pipe and plumbing side.
• Works in a collaborative manner with the respective Project Manager to reduce cost of installation through efficient layout and acceptable changes to contract drawings. Project Management has the authority to direct changes in layout.
• Creates an efficient layout by eliminating unnecessary duct, pipe, and fittings during coordination.
• Monitors and reports to the respective Project Manager when coordination and detailing requires work above and beyond that indicated on the contract drawings.
• Attends job meetings as requested by the Project Manager. Advises Virtual Construction Manager when required to attend jobsite meetings.
• Provides training and support to new and existing designers in the use of computerized design software and equipment, as required.
• Contacts the Virtual Construction Manager as conflicts in direction or priority arise.
• Reviews and makes familiar all project documents and thoroughly understand scope of work.
• Provides accurate estimates for completion of assignments to the Virtual Construction Manager.
• Communicates with the respective Project Manager or Project Engineer as required to accomplish assigned tasks. Documents directives and notifies the Virtual Construction Manager of any changes effecting the completion of work.
• Provides and reviews daily/weekly progress reports—i.e., footage, weld inches, hangers, and any reports pertaining to your discipline as required by the Virtual Construction Manager.
• Generates full coordination and fabrication drawings and provides all necessary paperwork to complete task—i.e., pounds of metal, accessories, footage, weld inches, feet of pipe, etc.
• Provides clear, dimensional, and accurate drawings/spool sheets from fabrication.
• Visits job sites as necessary to complete work assignments.
• Attends meetings—i.e., project turnover and manufacturing meetings for new and existing projects—as requested by Virtual Construction Manager required by job.
• Other duties as assigned by Virtual Construction Manager.

Requirements

• High level understanding of his/her trade (mechanical pipe, plumbing or sheet metal) relative to commercial and industrial construction
• Field experience at a foreman’s level pertaining to his/her trade (mechanical pipe, plumbing or sheet metal)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to read and understand contract drawings, specs, and submittals.
• Possess basic computer skills, (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Proficiency in CAD detailing and design.
• Experience with AutoCad, Revit, and Navisworks
• Experience with 3D Design.
• Working knowledge of Fabrication Suite software preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to deal diplomatically and effectively with customers
• Possess the ability to work on multiple projects and meet project deadlines
• Able to work from jobsite environment on occasion.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.