Senior Project Drafter

Senior Project Drafter

JOB DATA

Department Code:

817X

Account Code:

702500

Department Name:

Drafting

Account Name:

Clerical Tech/Non-Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE

The Senior Project Drafter designs and prepares complete and accurate erection drawings, shop tickets, material requisitions and revisions for complex projects, integrating skilled architectural/engineering drafting methods, and procedures with the operation and application of computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides leadership and direction to project drafters
Design and prepare electronic (CAD) erection drawings, shop tickets, and material requisitions from contract drawings and engineering calculations
Interface with departmental personnel to obtain details of equipment and materials requirements
Prepare plans, elevations, sections, and material requirements from sketches, specifications, contract drawings and responses to requests for information provided by architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and Metromont’s internal project management team
Consult with engineers and project managers as needed to resolve questions
Revise computer-aided designs and documents to comply with comments and changes to project scope
Provide technical guidance to the Project Drafter regarding coordination of details between shop tickets and erection drawings
Coordinates drafting work with engineers and architects
Serves as a lead in providing direction to drafters

SCOPE OF AUTHORITY

Assists in supervising 8-10 Project Drafters
Reviews work of Project Drafters
Report to Drafting Manager

CHARACTERISTICS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Able to read blueprints and drawings
Able to create detailed electronic (CAD) working plans from data
Able to make basic computations for strength and other features as required
Follow pre-established guidelines
Follow established technical specifications to prepare drawings
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY

Associate Degree in Design, Architecture, or related field with coursework in computer-aided design (CAD)
Knowledge of Revit preferred
Minimum two (2) years drafting experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

Typically works in an office environment
Typically works inside in an open (cubicle) office environment
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm; schedule flexibility may be required to meet deadlines

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

General HR Orientation
Revit Training

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is an office position which requires sitting, standing, and walking.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties as assigned may be required. All associates are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with Metromont’s core values and to actively participate in all company safety, training, and observation programs.