Steel Detailer-Estimator: AutoCAD & ProSteel 3D Detailing

JP Donovan Construction; Rockledge (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JP Donovan Construction seeks a Steel Detailer-Estimator to read architectural and structural plans, create precise shop drawings for structural and miscellaneous steel, and coordinate with fabricators. You will use AutoCAD and ProSteel 3D, model connections, and ensure drawings meet schedule requirements.

The role requires understanding welding, tolerances, and construction sequences, with attention to detail and effective communication across trades.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret Architectural and Structural Building Plans.
• Distinguish between basic construction trade drawings (Architectural, Structural, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical).
• Understand Basic Plan/Section Nomenclature.
• Coordinate information between various trade drawings.
• Interpret and assess information in plans regarding structural and miscellaneous steel.
• Locate and assess conflicts between trade drawings.
• Understand and use drawing scale.

Responsibilities

• Create shop drawings for structural steel items with dimensions, welds, holes, and locations.
• Create shop drawings for miscellaneous steel items with dimensions, welds, holes, and locations.
• Use AutoCAD including setup and drawing creation.
• Use ProSteel 3D to model and detail connections and sheets.
• Plan and calculate lengths and dimensions per construction tolerances.
• Assess weld types and sizes for fabrication and cost considerations.
• Coordinate job standards with fabricator requirements and other trades.
• Complete job drawings according to schedule requirements.

Skills

AutoCAD

Shop drawings

Reading plans

Plan nomenclature

Coordinate drawings

Attention to detail

Interpreting architectural plans

Tools

ProSteel 3D

Lisp routines

Job description

JP Donovan Construction seeks a Steel Detailer-Estimator to read architectural and structural plans, create precise shop drawings for structural and miscellaneous steel, and coordinate with fabricators. You will use AutoCAD and ProSteel 3D, model connections, and ensure drawings meet schedule requirements.

The role requires understanding welding, tolerances, and construction sequences, with attention to detail and effective communication across trades.