Detailing Coordinator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with third-party detailing firms, ensuring adherence to George Steel standards, project specifications, and delivery schedules.
• Aid Project Managers in identifying and quantifying scope changes during the detailing process.
• Provide technical clarification to the Plant Manager and shop supervisors on complex geometries or fabrication requirements shown on drawings.
• Perform quality checks on shop and erection drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with contract documents before release to the shop.
• Identify, draft, and track RFIs to resolve design discrepancies with architects and engineers of record, preventing fabrication delays.
• Oversee the import/export of model data (BIM) into Tekla PowerFab to ensure seamless transitions from detailing to shop drawings and required material procurement to CNC processing.
• Attend BIM coordination meetings, representing George Steel's detailing interests to facilitate finalization of fabrication drawings and identify clashes between structural steel, MEP, and related trades.
• Cover the transfer of BIM models to owners, general contractors, and other trades during the drawing development stage to support project-wide BIM coordination requirements.
• Coordinate the submittal and approval process, ensuring all drawings are reviewed by the appropriate parties and returned within the project timeline, and that all documentation is submitted, tracked, and approved according to the project schedule.
• Manage and coordinate the submittal and approval process, ensuring all drawings are reviewed by the appropriate parties and returned within the project timeline, and that all documentation is submitted, tracked, and approved according to the project schedule.
• Maintain organized, up-to-date design and shop drawing logs within Tekla PowerFab to ensure the shop always works from the latest revision.
• Aid in maintaining and updating company-specific detailing standards and "standard connection" libraries.

Competencies

• Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of structural steel detailing, basic connection design, and steel fabrication processes.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to spot errors in complex blueprints, 3D models, and technical specifications.
• BIM/Software Knowledge: Proficiency in Tekla Structures, AutoCAD, or similar 3D modeling and detailing software.
• Project Coordination: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Problem Solving: Ability to resolve design conflicts and field-fit issues through technical analysis and communication.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills to bridge the gap between design professionals, project managers, and shop personnel.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• An associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Drafting/Design, or Construction Management is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in structural steel detailing, drafting, or detailing coordination is required.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints is required.
• Experience with Tekla PowerFab, STRUMIS, or Bluebeam is preferred.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed is required.