Shop Drawing Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Primary Purpose of this Position:

Responsible for reviewing reinforcing steel (rebar) shop drawings for accuracy, completeness, constructability, and compliance with the structural engineering drawings, project specifications, applicable codes and CRSI standard practices / industry standards. This position ensures that reinforcing details are correct before fabrication, minimizing production errors, field issues and project delays.

Essential Job Functions:

1.  Review reinforcing shop drawings for accuracy prior to release for fabrication.
2. Verify compliance with structural contract drawings, Engineer’s design intent, project specifications, and applicable building codes & standards (CRSI, ASTM, ACI, etc.)
3. Check reinforcing bar sizes, spacing, lengths, bends, hooks, lap splices, development lengths, and cover requirements.
4. Review bar marks, quantities, multipliers, schedules, and material takeoffs for completeness & accuracy.
5. Ensure consistency between plans, sections, elevations, and details.
6. Identify conflicts, omissions, discrepancies, or constructability concerns and communicate them to the detailers / project managers, engineers, or customers.
7. Review placing drawings for proper sequencing and field installation feasibility.
8. Ensure all revisions and engineer comments have been incorporated correctly.
9. Coordinate with detailing staff to resolve drawing issues.
10. Maintain quality control documentation and checking records.
11. Assist with continuous improvement of detailing standards & checking procedures.
12. Support fabrication / shop and field personnel by answering drawing-related questions.
13. Meet project deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
14. Other duties as directed by the Engineering Manager, Director or Team Lead.

Qualifications:

1. Strong understanding of reinforced concrete construction.
2. Ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings.
3. Working knowledge of the CRSI Manual of Standard Practices, ACI 318 & ASTM reinforcing steel standards.
4. Experience with reinforcing detailing software such as ASA / MicroStation.
5. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Excellent math and computer skills.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Effective time management and prioritization skills.
4. Thorough knowledge of CRSI standards & practices, reinforcing steel fabrication and installation practices.
5.  Commitment to producing high-quality, error-free work and Good overall attitude.

Physical Demands:

1. Stand OCCASIONALLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift.
2. Walk OCCASIONALLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift.  The distances walked will range from a distance of a few feet to several hundred feet.
3. Sit FREQUENTLY to CONTINUOUSLY over the course of the 8 to 12 hour work shift.
4. Lift weights up to 30 pounds OCCASIONALLY from floor to head level, which includes the various prints, books, binders, and papers utilized to perform the usual work duties. 
5. Lift weights up to 50 pounds RARELY to OCCASIONALLY from floor to chest level, which may include boxes of papers, books, etc.
6. Carry weights noted above distances ranging from a few feet to several hundred feet.  50 pounds would be carried 50 feet.  Lifting devices are available.
7. Climb OCCASIONALLY onto steps or ladders.
8. Stoop or crouch OCCASIONALLY while performing the regular job duties.  Tasks would include looking in filing cabinets, removing supplies, and restocking paper in the copier.  The position will be held continuously for a few seconds to a few minutes, depending upon task. 
9. Kneel OCCASIONALLY in the commission of job duties, depending upon the task.
10. Crawl OCCASIONALLY up to 10 feet to plug in equipment, retrieve dropped materials, etc.
11. Reach forward OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to perform job duties or to retrieve tools.  The employee will OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY be required to reach to full forward extension.
12. Reach overhead OCCASIONALLY to retrieve books, supplies, etc.
13. Push and pull drawers open OCCASIONALLY to FREQUENTLY to retrieve tools or supplies.
14. Gross finger dexterity skills required operating the mouse utilized in the course of standard job duties.  Fine finger dexterity is not required.

1. Employee is expected to work 40 hours a week.  However, hours including overtime and weekends may be required based on Drake-Williams Steel’s needs.
2. Hear sufficiently to be aware of safety issues.
3. Visual ability to read and interpret material to satisfactorily do job.
4. Exposure to heat, cold, wet and humid conditions OCCASIONALLY.
5. Exposure to fumes, odors and dusts OCCASIONALLY.
6. Exposure to solvents, greases, oils, and coolants OCCASIONALLY.
7. Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment.  PPE includes steel-toe safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats.

Experience and Education Required:

1. High School degree or equivalent.
2. Experience in either MicroStation or AutoCad detailing.