Structural Drafter – Construction Support Engineering (CSE Division)

About the role

PVEDI is an experienced and energetic team of civil, structural, and environmental engineers, architects, and designers delivering seamless and cost-effective solutions across the country. With 22,000+ completed projects and 24+ unique services offered, our in-house collaboration between engineering and architecture teams allows us to solve unconventional challenges efficiently and creatively. Within our CSE Division, we specialize in:

• Suspension access platforms
• Containment and ventilation systems
• Scaffold systems and shoring layouts
• Shoring and formwork
• Maintenance and protection of traffic plans
• BMU assessment and davit designs
• Shop drawing creation
• Existing structure analysis

Position Overview

PVEDI is seeking a Structural Drafter to join our growing CSE Division. This position focuses on preparing detailed construction support drawings for temporary works on bridges and buildings, including platforms, scaffold systems, containment framing, and access solutions. You will work directly with licensed Professional Engineers and E.I.T.s to transform calculations and design concepts into accurate, constructible drawing packages for contractor use and regulatory review.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed AutoCAD/Revit drawings for:
• Suspended access platforms (SafeSpan, QuikDeck, etc.)
• Scaffold systems and shoring layouts
• Containment framing and ventilation layouts
• Anchorage and connection details
• Develop drawing packages and revise drawings per engineer redlines
• Cookordination geometry with existing structures
• Assist in development of drawing standards and internal drafting templates

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field
• 2+ years of structural drafting experience (bridge or scaffold experience preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit experience a plus)
• Strong understanding of structural detailing and connection layout
• Able to interpret engineering calculations and sketches
• Strong attention to detail and organization

Why Join PVEDI’s CSE Division?

• Work on complex bridge and infrastructure projects nationwide
• Direct exposure to structural engineering and temporary works design
• Collaborative environment with experienced PEs and Directors
• Opportunity to grow into a senior technical drafting or design role
• Competitive salary and benefits

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of structural detailing and construction document preparation, with the ability to interpret engineering mark-ups and translate them into clear, accurate drawings.
• Proficiency in Revit (AutoCAD a plus) and the ability to coordinate drawings with engineers and contractors to resolve field and constructability issues.
• Hightly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, clear communication abilities, and the capacity to work effectively within a collaborative engineering team.

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