Senior Tekla Detailer in Richmond, Virginia at Atlantic Constructors, Inc.

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.
Until Filled (EST)
711 - VDC
1401 Battery Brooke Parkway, Richmond, VA, USA

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits:

• $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!
• Dental Insurance Plan
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website. ACIBuilds.com

Summary/Objective:

We are seeking a Senior Tekla Detailer to join our team and play a key role in producing high-quality structural steel fabrication drawings. This position requires a strong understanding of fabrication and construction processes, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with engineers, project managers, and fabricators. In this senior-level role, you will help lead projects and give direction to junior detailers.

Essential Functions:

• Lead Tekla modelling and detailing for complex projects, define standards, and ensure deliverables meet fabrication and erection requirements with minimal oversight
• Own larger scopes of fabrication projects, develop detailed 3D models and fabrication drawings using Tekla Structures
• Interpret structural and architectural drawings, specifications, and design intent
• Resolve complex connections and clashes, performing QA/QC final checks
• Produce shop drawings, erection drawings, BOMs and NC files, and material take-offs
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, junior detailers, and fabrication shop personnel to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Estimate efforts and support client communications when necessary
• Review and check drawings for quality, completeness, and compliance with project standards
• Manage revisions and updates throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist in resolving design and fabrication issues

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience as a Tekla Detailer (structural steel) with leadership experience
• Ability to work independently while leading projects for the detailing team
• Advanced proficiency in Tekla Structures
• Strong knowledge of AISC codes, engineering judgement, and relevant industry standards
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents
• Experience with clash detection and coordination
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience as a Tekla Detailer (structural steel) and experience as a team lead
• Experience working with fabrication shops or on-site construction teams
• Familiarity with BIM workflows and integration

Work Environment:

• Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
• Position may require visits to construction site
• Flexible work arrangements (if applicable)

Physical Demands:

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machine

Travel:

• May require infrequent travel

Visit us at www.acibuilds.com for more information!

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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Senior Tekla Detailer

At this time, Atlantic Constructors, Inc. will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization (work visas) for any position.

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