Senior Plumbing / Mechanical Drafter

Job Description

Senior Plumbing / Mechanical Drafter
Schedule

• Full time
• Location; Boca Raton, FL
• Hybrid schedule with 2–3 days in the office initially, with the opportunity to revisit and potentially reduce in-office days after an established period of time.
  

• Competitive salary based on experience ($75,000 – $95,000/year + 10% end of year bonus).
• $500/month credit towards medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching after 6 months.
• Two weeks paid time off (PTO) plus paid company holidays.
• Company computer and software licensing provided.
• Collaborative Boca Raton office with annual team retreat.
  

Our client works with developers and construction professionals by using Building Information Modeling to engage in pro-active pre-construction programs that:

• Identify and report coordination issues early.
• Avoid schedule delays and unnecessary change orders.
• Resolve clashes across all building systems before they reach the field.
• Reduce project risk through constructability review and optimized construction sequencing.
• Deliver accurate digital representations of existing conditions through reality capture.
  

• 3D MEP Drafting Services
• 3D Laser Scanning
• VDC Management Services
• BIM Coordination & 3D Modeling
• Constructability & Feasibility Review
• Construction Technology & Owners Representation
  

Our team is experienced in both BIM Technology and Construction. Our advantage is that our models and documentation are always created with the goal of constructability for the end user. We model with actual pieces or materials that would be used in the field versus generic geometry which makes for a more accurate coordination effort. Fabrication quality models combined with our construction experience allow us to be more proactive in identifying issues that may delay construction efforts.

Take command of complex commercial mechanical systems and transform engineering schematics into build-ready, clash-free fabrication models. If you are an experienced MEP drafter looking to anchor high-profile construction projects alongside a high-caliber VDC team, our VDC wants you in Boca Raton.

As a Senior Plumbing / Mechanical Drafter with our VDC, you will take ownership of 3D modeling, coordination, and fabrication detailing for major commercial plumbing and mechanical piping scopes. You will collaborate directly with VDC coordinators, MEP engineers, project managers, and field trades to detect and resolve spatial collisions before field installation. Your work will directly minimize costly field rework and ensure that shop and spool drawings translate seamlessly to jobsite execution.

• Model comprehensive 3D plumbing and mechanical piping systems in Autodesk Revit, and Fabrication CADmep adhering to project BIM execution plans.
• Generate complete, accurate installation shop drawings, piping spool sheets, sleeve drawings, and bills of materials (BOM) for fabrication and field installation.
• Participate actively in multi-trade clash detection coordination meetings using Navisworks Manage, driving issue resolution alongside other trade partners.
• Review mechanical/plumbing contract documents, architectural drawings, and engineering specifications to identify discrepancies and submit timely Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Ensure all plumbing layouts conform to local building codes (including Florida Building Code, New York City Code), IPC/UPC standards, and company detailing guidelines.
• Mentor junior drafters and technicians on detailing standards, modeling efficiency, and MEP fabrication best practices.
• Coordinate layout points and sleeve placements for export to robotic total station systems for precise on-site installation.
• Maintain organized drawing repositories, revision histories, and model file architectures in accordance with project standards.
  

• 5+ years of dedicated plumbing and mechanical piping drafting/modeling experience in commercial construction.
• Experience with mentoring and leading teams of 2+ people.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Autodesk Revit MEP and Navisworks Manage (or Fabrication CADmep experience strongly preferred).
• Deep understanding of commercial plumbing systems, including domestic water, waste, vent, storm, and natural gas piping systems.
• Strong capability in reading and interpreting MEP contract drawings, architectural plans, and structural details.
• Proven track record leading or co-leading multi-trade coordination processes and resolving complex spatial clashes.
• High attention to detail with proven ability to independently generate fabrication-ready spool and shop drawing packages.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid schedule at our Boca Raton, FL office.
• Communicate with clients, managing expectations, prompt
  

• Field installation or apprenticeship experience in plumbing or mechanical piping trades.
• Experience generating point files for Trimble or Leica total station field layout systems.
• Autodesk Certified Professional (Revit MEP / Imperial).
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE, SMACNA, and local South Florida plumbing codes.
• PE license preferred.