Mechanical Piping/Plumbing BIM Detailer

About the role

A.O. Reed, a Legence Company, is seeking a Plumbing & Pipefitting Detailer to join our dynamic team in San Diego, CA. This Full-Time, in-person position offers a competitive hourly wage range of $58.28 - $67.02 depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 3D models and dimensioned shop drawings for plumbing and process piping systems using Autodesk software.
• Collaborate with project managers, field crews, and neighboring trades to identify layout conflicts and ensure all designs are fully constructible.
• Attend model coordination meetings and assist in resolving layout conflicts with other trades.
• Coordinate clash detection and resolution processes in multidisciplinary coordination meetings, solving spatial conflicts with structural and other trades.
• Bridge the gap between design and execution by collaborating directly with project managers, shop foremen, and field crews to translate models into actionable installation data and spool drawings.
• Perform constructability reviews of contract documents, identifying design discrepancies, RFIs, and material inconsistencies to prevent field re-work.
• Update as-built models throughout construction to reflect field changes and keep an accurate revision log.
• Assist the project team with basic construction coordination, scheduling, and gathering final virtual construction close-out documents.
• Perform other general detailing responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Minimum of two years of related experience plumbing and/or mechanical detailing.
• Minimum of two years of related experience in a plumbing and/or mechanical field trade.
• Proficiency in Revit or AutCAD (or both) along with Navisworks.
• Ability to read construction documents and specs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Reasoning Abilities

• Apply logical thinking and spatial reasoning to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Identify and resolve multi-variable spatial conflicts and design discrepancies, such as reconciling conflicting layout data between contract drawings, architectural constraints, and structural limitations.

Physical Demands

• Sit for extended periods at a BIM workstation.
• Use hands and fingers to operate a mouse, keyboard, or tracking devices for precise 3D modeling.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with internal teams, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Communicate clearly in multidisciplinary trade coordination meetings.

Reasons to Apply

• Join a company that specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other MEP systems.
• Work in a supportive environment where you can grow your career and contribute to mission-critical projects.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits tailored to your experience and qualifications.

About Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. We specialize in enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations

Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based on relevant job-related factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

EEO Statement

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.