Sr. Structural Drafter

HKS, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision care coverage

401(k) plan

Paid days off

Job summary

HKS, Inc. is seeking a recognized practitioner to collaborate with project teams on various design and construction stages. This role includes managing BIM, preparing implementation documents, and ensuring compliance with graphics standards.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience, proficiency in Revit, and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate in a team environment. A strong benefits package is offered, including health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of building construction methods and systems.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Creates implementation documents from markups with limited supervision.
• Coordinates production schedules for projects.
• Maintains a coordinated BIM model and prepares details for implementation.

Skills

Proficiency in Revit

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or professional trade certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

A recognized practitioner who collaborates with project teams and works on a variety of projects in various stages of design and construction. Manages the building information model (BIM) and prepares implementation documents while applying graphics standards and modeling procedures established by the Structural Drafting Manager.

Responsibilities

• Creates or revises implementation documents from markups and/or instructions and reviews completed tasks at key intervals for accuracy/completeness with limited supervision
• Contributes effectively as a team member during design and/or construction phases
• May assist in coordinating the production schedule for responsible project(s)
• Sets up initial BIM model per graphic standards, maintains a coordinated BIM model and draws necessary details for implementation documents
• Performs structural CA tasks assigned by senior engineering staff or Structural Drafting Manager including site visitation, field report documentation, implementation documentation review and response to project RFI’s
• Utilizes standard drafting practices and techniques to adjust and correlate data; recognizes and resolves discrepancies in results
• Prepares bills of material, schedules and assists engineering personnel with formal document transmittals and construction issues
• May be responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements
• Participates in and may lead team meetings to discuss project issues, coordination with other disciplines and technical issues

Qualifications

• Associate’s or professional trade certification in related field or relevant experience
• Typically 10+ years of experience
• Proficiency in Revit
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Knowledge of building construction methods and building systems
• Proficiency in understanding and detailing structural building systems
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Travel may be required

Base Salary Range: $84k - $105k annually - Chicago locations only.

The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Chicago location only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits‑eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran