Assistant to Director of Detailing

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated individual to join our structural steel fabrication and erection team as the Assistant to the Director of Structural Steel Detailing. In this role, you will support project coordination, documentation, and communication while gaining exposure to industry‑leading software such as Tekla Structures and Bluebeam Revu. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys learning, thrives in a detail‑focused environment, and is interested in growing into a Structural Steel Detailer over time.

An effective Assistant to the Director of Detailing is a detail-oriented person who provides direct support to the Director while proactively following a structured career path toward becoming a Structural Steel Detailer, then Detailing Coordinator and potentially Detailing Manager. This role is the first step into management and requires a reliable, competent, and motivated individual who is eager to learn, communicates well, is willing to take on various tasks, and strives to continuously improve and develop their skills.

• Care: We care about our customers, our products, our community, and our team. Our actions and decisions reflect this principle.
• Fair: We behave professionally and model such behavior for our coworkers. We address conflicts or issues within our team promptly and fairly, towards resolutions that benefit everyone. We are truthful and transparent in our dealings, avoiding misleading or withholding information that could impact others' ability to make informed decisions.
• Reliable: We value other people’s time by being punctual, demonstrating our dedication and responsibility. We use only the allotted PTO & UTO accrual and minimize breaks and phone use. We prioritize effective communication to ensure clarity and understanding.
• Effective:
  Team Player We understand the success of the project relies on the collective efforts of the entire team. We work out issues and are helpful while staying in our lanes. We foster a positive and inclusive work environment where team members feel valued, supported, and motivated. We demonstrate an ability and willingness to learn and grow, improving our individual skills and shared knowledge.
  
  We always strive to do the right thing, upholding our commitment to honesty and moral principles.
• Safety Minded
  • We wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety instructions and rules.
  • We understand that safety is a top priority.
  • We lead by example, consistently wearing the required PPE and identifying and addressing potential hazards.
• Work Ethic
  • We are organized, highly productive, and determined to succeed, consistently delivering high quality work.
  • We do whatever it takes to meet the production demand to ship quality steel on schedule, while improving our processes to work more efficiently.

Core Responsibilities (Initial Phase)

• Administrative Support o Manage detailing scheduling, meetings, and communication for the Director.
• Organize project files, drawing packages, and maintain documentation using Microsoft 365 Suite (Teams, Excel, Word, Outlook). o Assist with tracking project timelines and deliverables.
• Project Coordination o Prepare reports and status updates for detailing projects.
• Assist in compiling material lists, BOMs, and shipping documentation.
• Technical Exposure and Training o Learn and assist with basic tasks in Tekla Structures, Trimble tools, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Support quality checks on drawings and erection documentation under supervision.

This progression path offers a vision of how the role may develop over time. It is meant to provide general direction and highlight possible growth opportunities. The path is intentionally flexible and will very likely be adapted based on the employees’ growth, the evolution of team goals, and the refining and improvement of the company’s processes.

Phase 1 — Assistant to the Director (Months 0–12)

Purpose of this Phase
Build a dependable foundation in organization, communication, and core tools so the Director can operate smoothly, and the Assistant becomes familiar with the detailing environment and steel…