Structural Steel Detailer

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Arizona seeks a Structural Steel Detailer to develop accurate 3D Tekla models and fabrication-ready drawings for structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects.

This role collaborates with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement and Field Operations, maintains model integrity, and produces CNC data, BOMs, and detailing packages to support safe, on-time fabrication and installation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience detailing structural steel using 3D modeling software.
• Proficiency in Tekla Structures is required.
• Experience detailing structural steel, miscellaneous metals, stairs, rails, platforms, and architectural metals.
• Knowledge of fabrication processes and erection practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate 3D Tekla models for structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects.
• Produce fabrication-ready shop drawings, erection drawings, assembly drawings, single-part drawings, CNC files, and bills of material.
• Interpret structural and architectural contract documents, project specifications, and engineering calculations.
• Coordinate detailing with Project Management, Engineering, and Field Operations to resolve constructability issues.
• Generate fabrication packages and material takeoffs; create CNC data for fabrication equipment.
• Coordinate with engineers for delegated connection designs when required.

Skills

Tekla Structures

Structural detailing

Fabrication coordination

Tools

Trimble Connect

Tekla Model Sharing

Microsoft Office

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Structural Steel Detailer is responsible for developing accurate, coordinated, and fabrication-ready 3D models and shop drawings that support the successful execution of structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects.

This role transforms contract documents into detailed fabrication packages while ensuring compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and company quality requirements. The Detailer serves as a critical link between Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, Production Control, Fabrication, and Field Operations by proactively identifying design conflicts, coordinating constructability issues, and producing accurate deliverables that support efficient fabrication and installation.

Success in this role requires strong technical expertise in Tekla Structures, attention to detail, collaboration, and a commitment to quality, schedule, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate 3D Tekla models for structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects.
• Produce fabrication-ready shop drawings, erection drawings, assembly drawings, single-part drawings, CNC files, and bills of material.
• Interpret structural and architectural contract documents, project specifications, and engineering calculations.
• Maintain model integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all detailing complies with project specifications, AISC standards, AWS requirements, and company detailing standards.
• Incorporate approved RFIs, ASIs, CCDs, and revised design documents into the model.
• Participate in coordination meetings with Project Management, Engineering, and Field Operations.
• Coordinate detailing with other building systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, concrete, and architectural components.
• Identify design conflicts and constructability issues early and submit RFIs to resolve missing or conflicting information.
• Coordinate with engineers for delegated connection designs when required.
• Generate fabrication packages that support efficient shop production and release work packages in accordance with fabrication priorities.
• Produce accurate material takeoffs and bills of material and create CNC data for automated fabrication equipment.
• Coordinate fabrication assembly sequencing to align with project schedules and field installation needs.
• Perform self-checks on all models and drawings prior to release.
• Verify dimensions, welds, bolt information, member marks, material grades, and connection details.
• Ensure consistency between model data and fabrication drawings.
• Minimize detailing errors that impact fabrication, field installation, or project schedule.
• Support continuous improvement of detailing standards, templates, components, modeling standards, and best practices.
• Manage assigned detailing workload to meet project milestones and communicate schedule risks early.
• Support accelerated schedules when required.
• Respond to fabrication questions, provide drawing clarifications, and assist with field support as needed.
• Maintain project documentation within Trimble Connect and other document management systems.
• Assist in implementing new detailing technologies and automation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience of structural steel detailing experience using 3D modeling software.
• Proficiency in Tekla Structures is required.
• Experience detailing structural steel, miscellaneous metals, stairs, railings, platforms, and architectural metals.
• Experience working with fabrication shops and a strong understanding of fabrication processes.
• Knowledge of structural steel erection practices and constructability.
• Experience coordinating with structural engineers, architects, and project management teams.
• Experience with Trimble Connect, Tekla Model Sharing, or similar collaboration platforms is preferred.
• Experience in commercial, industrial, healthcare, data center, manufacturing, or water/wastewater projects is preferred.
• Ability to generate shop drawings, erection drawings, assembly drawings, single-part drawings, CNC files, and bills of material.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings, architectural drawings, project specifications, and engineering calculations.
• Understanding of structural steel connections and detailing principles.
• Working knowledge of fabrication equipment and CNC manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams.
• Familiarity with document management systems and project collaboration platforms.
• Working knowledge of the AISC Steel Construction Manual, AISC Code of Standard Practice, AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code, and OSHA safety requirements related to fabrication and construction.
• Knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes, miscellaneous metals fabrication, shop production workflows, erection sequencing, constructability principles, material grades, bolt specifications, weld symbols, and steel shapes.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.