Job Description

Job Description

Candidates will be disqualified if the following criteria are not met:

• Employment Type: No C2C (Corp-to-Corp) or C2H (Contract-to-Hire) arrangements. W2 contract only. No referral fees will be entertained.
• Work Authorization: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.
• Local in Houston, TX or 1 hour drive to Houston, TX
• Set up drawing sheets, including general notes, standard details, column schedules, base plate schedules, plinth details, and other project-specific sheets
• Dimension and coordinate floor openings (mechanical, elevator, stair, etc.) with architectural and MEP models
• Coordinate brick ledge elevations and layouts with architectural teams
• Ensure structural framing aligns properly with architectural features (e.g., avoiding columns in door frames, braces in windows, etc.)

Position Overview

The Junior Structural Designer will work closely with Project Managers and senior team members to develop detailed structural drawings and design documents. Candidates should have advanced Revit skills, a solid understanding of structural systems, and the ability to identify and coordinate potential conflicts with architectural and MEP disciplines. This role requires the ability to manage time, meet deadlines, and support the production of accurate, high-quality structural plans.

Key Responsibilities

In addition to all responsibilities of the Structural Drafter role, the Junior Designer will:

• Set up drawing sheets, including general notes, standard details, column schedules, base plate schedules, plinth details, and other project-specific sheets
• Dimension and coordinate floor openings (mechanical, elevator, stair, etc.) with architectural and MEP models
• Coordinate brick ledge elevations and layouts with architectural teams
• Ensure structural framing aligns properly with architectural features (e.g., avoiding columns in door frames, braces in windows, etc.)
• Identify and flag potential conflicts between structural, architectural, and MEP elements
• Review and coordinate work produced by Drafters
• Read, interpret, and apply architectural drawings and construction methods
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines for small to mid-sized projects

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in structural or architectural drafting/design
• Advanced proficiency in Revit (required)
• Strong understanding of structural systems (steel, concrete, wood, etc.)
• Ability to work independently with regular PM input
• Ability to identify coordination issues across disciplines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in drawings
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

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