Drafting Manager

Our client is a $50 million commercial steel construction company known for designing and building high-quality metal structures and envelope systems. With a commitment to excellence, safety, exceptional customer service, and innovative building solutions, our experienced team delivers custom-designed projects across diverse commercial sectors.

Position Summary

The drafting Manager is a dual-role leader overseeing the drafting department while producing detailed construction drawings for commercial steel structures and envelope systems. This individual will manage a team of drafters for commercial steel structures and envelope systems, establish drawing standards, coordinate with engineering and project teams, and ensure timely and accurate delivery of project documentation. The Drafting Manager ensures that design intent, constructability, and quality are aligned in every project.

Key Responsibilities Team leadership & Management

· Lead, mentor, and supervise the drafting team, including workload assignments, performance reviews, and skills development

· Establish and enforce drafting standards, quality checks, and drawing protocols to ensure consistency

· Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to ensure constructible designs

· Identify and implement process improvements and software optimizations to improve department productivity

· Forecast staffing needs based on project pipeline and work with HR to recruit and onboard talent

Hands-On Drafting & Technical Execution

· Prepare, modify, and review detailed shop drawings, erection plans, and fabrication drawings for steel structures, envelope systems (ACM, IMP, corrugated metal), and custom components

· Translate architectural and engineering designs into buildable, field-ready drawings

· Work with CAD and BIM platforms to support multiple simultaneous projects

· Ensure drawing compliance with applicable codes, specifications, and client requirements

· Provide support during submittal, revision, and as-built phases of project lifecycle

· Experience developing a book of standardized details is desired but not necessary

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· 7+ years of experience in drafting, commercial steel construction,or building envelopes

· 2+ years of team leadership or supervisory experience in a drafting or design environment

· Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla, or equivalent 3D modeling tools

· Strong understanding of steel detailing, fabrication practices, and construction sequencing

· Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings

· Excellent communication and organizational skills

· Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred

Preferred Attributes

· Experience working in a fast-paced design/build or fabrication-driven environment

· Proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities

· Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects and deadlines

· Collaborative leadership style that promotes continuous improvement and accountability

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salary based on experience

· Annual discretionary bonus/profit sharing

· Complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K

· Paid time off: 80 hours of vacation plus 40 hours of sick time

· The company will provide technology and tools

· Professional development