Description
Prepare detailed shop and erection drawings and 3D models for structural steel frames, stairs, and miscellaneous metals using CAD/BIM tools and knowledge of steel materials, connections, fabrication, and construction practices. Coordinate with engineers, architects, and fabricators to deliver accurate, code-compliant detailing packages.
- • Produce shop and erection drawings and 3D models using Tekla, SDS/2, or AutoCAD.
- • Draft detailed member and connection drawings for beams, columns, braces, stairs, handrails, joists, and deck from design documents.
- • Coordinate steel models with architectural, MEP, and concrete trades and select clear presentation methods.
- • Interpret AISC, AWS, RCSC, and project specifications to guide detailing decisions.
- • Create erection plans, framing plans, anchor bolt and embed layouts, sections, and details with elevations and grids.
- • Lay out stairs, ladders, and miscellaneous metals to meet clearance and code requirements.
- • Mentor and check the work of junior detailers and drafters.
- • Plan drawing sequencing, piece-marking strategy, and use of orthographic, isometric, and 3D views.
- • Assemble and submit drawing sets, bills of material, and CNC/NC data per client standards.
- • Develop fabrication drawings from structural design drawings, delegated connection criteria, RFIs, and field data.
- • Integrate survey control, slab edges, and concrete pour information into steel layouts.
- • Verify member sizes, hole patterns, camber, cope dimensions, and edge distances; assign piece marks and compile material lists.
- • Specify weld symbols, bolt grades, slip-critical requirements, and shop notes according to specifications.
- • Perform site measurements and as-built verification to resolve discrepancies.
- • Communicate drawing intent to fabricators and erectors and issue revisions when required.
- • Compile and manage design inputs, vendor submittals, and site measurements to complete models and drawings.
- • Prepare bills of material, bolt and weld summaries, and optimize nesting for material usage.
- • Read and apply structural and architectural symbols, dimensions, datums, and grid systems.
- • Produce freehand sketches to convey connection concepts and field fixes.
- • Calculate bolt quantities, weld lengths, and simple connection checks under engineer direction.
- • Develop erection sequencing diagrams, lifts, and temporary stability notes in coordination with the erector.
- • Compute member and assembly weights and centers of gravity for shipping and rigging.
- • Detail base plates, embeds, and anchor rods; produce setting plans and templates.
- • Maintain document control, track revisions, and reissue updated drawings and models.
- • Coordinate fireproofing thicknesses, clearances, and architectural finishes affecting steel detailing.
- • Prepare quantity takeoffs and material summaries to support estimating and procurement.
- • Support construction by responding to RFIs, attending coordination meetings, and proposing feasible field fixes with engineer approval.
- • Review design drawings, models, and specifications for constructability and conflicts; submit RFIs and design clarifications.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
