Assistant Structural Revit Designer

Assistant Structural Revit Designer

Location: Chesapeake, VA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $33.00–$39.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift /
  
  Schedule:
  
  Standard: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday; 9/80 schedule available depending on workload (approximately 50% of the team uses the 9/80 option)
• Travel Requirements: Travel is not expected
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]

An Assistant Civil Designer will assist in various phases of planning, proposal preparation, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation and environmental plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Modeling & Drafting: Develop detailed Revit structural models and construction drawing sets (plans, sections, details).
• Engineering Support: Interpret sketches, markups, and design calculations provided by engineers to create accurate drawings.
• Coordination: Collaborate with project teams, architects, and engineers to identify and resolve BIM model conflicts.
• Standards Compliance: Apply company and industry standards (e.g., BIM standards) to all deliverables.
• Document Management: Assist with organizing project documents, such as transmittals, PDFs, and shop drawing sets.
• Incorporate schedules, budgets, and project criteria into civil design and layouts.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• Software: Proficiency in Revit; familiarity with AutoCAD is generally required.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of structural components and construction documents.
• Basic understanding of design software such as:
  AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Micro Station, and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems.
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of civil discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience; OR
• Associate's Degree and 3 years related experience; OR
• 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience.

• Minimum 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field; OR minimum 3 years of related experience with an Associate's Degree; OR 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience.
• Structural modeling experience required.
• Experience interpreting engineer markups and producing accurate drawings.

• AutoCAD experience (a plus, not required).
• Relocation candidates can be considered at their own expense.

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

• This position is not client-facing.
• Interview process consists of one Teams interview followed by an onsite interview.
• Immediate start — position has been marked urgent.

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