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As the Engineering Technician, you'll provide general support to our engineering and project detailer teams. In this role, the Technician will execute written, and verbal instructions provided by our ...

Divion 8 Detailer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Denver, CO · On-site

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Denver, CO

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Dallas, TX

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Houston, MO

$13 - $15.75/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Omaha, NE

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Kansas City, MO

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Dallas, TX

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Houston, MO

$13 - $15.75/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Divion 8 Detailer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Analyze contract documents to accurately detail opening quantities required for projects. * Detail ... and schedule materials efficiently, verifying product costs and ensuring optimal product selection.

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Detail projects with multiple submittals and sequences with extended project building time-frames. * Handle multiple projects simultaneously in fast-paced, production driven environment * Meet ...

Prepare RFI's and coordinate project details with customers, steel detailers, engineers and others * Detail projects with multiple submittals and sequences with extended project building time-frames.

As the Engineering Technician, you'll provide general support to our engineering and project detailer teams. In this role, the Technician will execute written, and verbal instructions provided by our ...

As the Engineering Technician, you'll provide general support to our engineering and project detailer teams. In this role, the Technician will execute written, and verbal instructions provided by our ...

Detailer

Spokane, WA · On-site

Detailer (Drafter, AutoCAD) Location: Spokane, Washington Reports To ... Director of Project Management About Us O'Donnell Metal Deck LLC is a national distributor with six ...

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How much do project detailer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for project detailer in the United States is $16.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Detailer vs Construction Estimator?

AspectProject DetailerConstruction Estimator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certifications preferredHigh school diploma; often requires estimating or construction management certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, project officesOffice-based, site visits for data collection
Industry UsageUsed across construction, industrial, and infrastructure projectsPrimarily in construction, commercial, and residential projects
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for roles in project execution and coordinationCompared for roles involving cost estimation and budgeting

The main difference is that a Project Detailer focuses on coordinating and detailing project plans on-site, while a Construction Estimator specializes in calculating costs and preparing bids. Both roles are essential in construction projects but serve different functions in project planning and execution.

More about Project Detailer jobs
Infographic showing various Project Detailer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,213 per year, or $16.4 per hour.
Engineering Technician

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

As the Engineering Technician, you'll provide general support to our engineering and project detailer teams. In this role, the Technician will execute written, and verbal instructions provided by our engineers, primarily assisting with steel connection designs, layouts, and drawing reviews. Our Engineering Technicians are instrumental in making suggestions for shop and field efficiencies in the development of connection design.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with in-house engineers to produce detail calculations and sketches necessary for project connection design requirements.

  • Work closely with project detailers during job setup to ensure detailer understanding of standard connections.

  • Create detailed layouts to assist in-house engineers in the preparation of connection designs.

  • Use 3D computer model to assist in-house engineers in determining complete framing understanding for proper connection design.

  • Run connection design software as may be required under the direction of in-house engineers.

  • Prepare connection code maps on projects where needed.

  • Review shop detail drawings to assure project detailers have adequately transferred and applied project connection requirements.

  • Review project drawings and shop drawings to assure the most economical connections are being provided for maximum shop and field efficiencies.

  • Provide aid in gathering design sketches and calculations to submit to the Engineer of Record for approval.

Work Experience

  • Minimum three (3) YOE in an engineering and/or steel detailing enviornment

Education/Training:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized Knowledge – Certificates & Licenses:

As outlined in the Core Competencies, an individual must have thorough knowledge and an advanced understanding of each competency outlined above in order to carry out the essential functions of this position.  Specialized Knowledge is also required in the following areas: 

  • Excellent problem-solving skills 

  • Adept at working in a team environment

Software & Technology:

  • Microsoft Office and related software

  • AutoCad

  • MathCad

  • Tekla or other similar steel detailing programs

Work Environment:

  • The position requires as many hours needed to fulfill the daily and weekly obligations required to carry out the functions. This position is generally indoors in a climate-controlled office.
  • Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request for those who have disabilities that qualify under the American with Disabilities Act.  #LI-KF1

Schuff Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Directly. No Agencies. #LI-KF1