Structural Drafter/Designer

Structural Drafter / Designer – Vertical Construction Location: Birmingham, AL (35233) OR Huntsville, AL (35805) OR Biloxi, MS (39530) Pay Range: $25–$35 per hour Assignment: 6-Month Temp-to-Direct (Direct hire possible) Overview An established structural engineering firm is seeking a Structural Drafter / Designer to support vertical construction projects across multiple building types, including medical facilities, educational buildings, retail centers, mixed-use developments, religious structures, and automotive dealerships. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented drafting professional with 3+ years of structural drafting experience who enjoys collaborating closely with engineers to bring building designs to life. You will play a key role in translating architectural plans and client-provided sections into accurate structural drawings that enable engineers to design safe, code-compliant buildings efficiently and on schedule. The firm’s smaller, highly collaborative environment allows for strong communication, quick decision-making, and hands‑on involvement in a wide variety of projects. If you are flexible, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple jobs simultaneously, this is an excellent opportunity to grow within a stable structural consulting environment. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Key Responsibilities Read and interpret architectural plans, elevations, and sections provided by clients Set up drawing sheets and organize project documentation Lay out building plans and elevations for structural design development Cut and draft structural sections required for engineering analysis Develop detailed structural drawings using AutoCAD and Revit Translate architectural intent into structurally sound framing and support layouts Collaborate directly with Engineers to ensure accurate and timely project completion Assist Engineers with drafting updates, revisions, and coordination tasks Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining deadlines Communicate clearly regarding project requirements, expectations, and timelines Required Skills and Qualifications Proficiency in AutoCAD Proficiency in Revit 3+ years of drafting experience with an emphasis on structural drafting in vertical construction Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and sections Ability to draft structural elements required to ensure building integrity Strong communication skills and ability to understand project requirements Ability to work both independently and under direction of Engineers Flexibility to manage multiple active projects at once Preferred Skills Experience working in a structural consulting firm Exposure to medical, educational, retail, mixed‑use, or commercial building projects Strong understanding of building construction methods and structural systems Experience coordinating with architectural and MEP disciplines #J-18808-Ljbffr