Detailer Lead

Job Description

Supports construction projects through the creation, coordination, and management of shop drawings, BIM modeling, and MEP systems. Collaborates across teams, contributes to project efficiency and accuracy.

• Leads detailing team and constructability on generally smaller or less complex assigned projects.
• Partners with the design and modeling group to incorporate constructability knowledge in a timely manner to minimize model rework.
• Leads communication between the project team members to ensure a successful product; ensures concerns are addressed and resolved.
• Provides material, content and feedback to applicable team members as needed.
• Leads the final trade coordination and sign-off process on the project working in conjunction with the General Contractor.
• Contributes to design pull schedule to direct the model development to meet deliverables.
• Manages resources assigned to the project.
• Participates in conceptual design efforts to promote modular construction and constructability standards.
• Supports budget and has cost accountability.

• High School or GED and 6 years of progressive detailing experience or trade apprentice program completion and 4 years of related field experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction or related field preferred.
• Field Foreman/General Foreman preferred.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to write, edit and proofread content.
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction documents.
• Current knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Piping, Sheet Metal trades and field installation methods.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to coordinate projects.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to interpret the Construction Schedule to integrate a design pull schedule.
• Working knowledge of applicable AEC, BIM, CAD software (Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD).

As a 100% employee‑owned company, we are committed to supporting the well‑being of employees and their families. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement. In addition to union‑provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as training and professional development opportunities, company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways, and wellness resources and employee support programs.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to any protected status.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks.