Job description
Job Title: Detailer Lead - Sheetmetal - Remote
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $52.00 - $60.00 per hour
Company Introduction
This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.
The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.
Role Overview
The Detailer Lead - Sheetmetal supports construction projects through the creation, coordination, and management of sheet metal shop drawings and BIM models, leading the sheet metal detailing team and constructability efforts on generally smaller and less complex projects.
This role focuses on sheet metal-specific trade coordination and technical leadership, partnering closely with the design and modeling group and leading the final trade sign-off process for sheet metal scope. This is a remote role.
This role may be filled at varying levels based on the candidate's skills, experience, and overall qualifications. Final title, level, and compensation will be determined through the interview and assessment process and will be aligned with internal equity and external market benchmarks.
Core Responsibilities
Lead the sheet metal detailing team and constructability efforts on generally smaller and less complex projects
Partner with the design and modeling group to incorporate sheet metal constructability knowledge in a timely manner to minimize model rework
Lead communication among project team members on sheet metal coordination and scope; ensure concerns are addressed and resolved
Provide material, content, and feedback to sheet metal detailers on the team
Lead the final sheet metal trade coordination and sign-off process with the general contractor
Contribute to the design pull schedule to direct model development for sheet metal scope of work
Manage resources assigned to sheet metal detailing tasks
Participate in conceptual design for sheet metal systems supporting modular construction and constructability standards
Review and QA/QC sheet metal shop drawings and models prior to release
Support budget planning and maintain cost accountability for sheet metal detailing work
Required Background
High School diploma or GED and minimum of 6 years of progressive sheet metal detailing experience, or completed sheet metal trade apprenticeship program and a minimum of 4 years of related field experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related field preferred
Field Foreman or General Foreman experience in the sheet metal trade preferred
Proficient verbal and written communication skills
Ability to write, edit, and proofread content
Ability to read and interpret sheet metal construction documents and specifications
Current, hands-on knowledge of sheet metal and duct trades and field installation methods
Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring sheet metal detailers
Strong attention to detail and quality control on sheet metal shop drawings
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, and CAD software (Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD)
Compensation & Perks
Competitive salary based on experience
401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training and professional development opportunities
Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Path for advancement into senior VDC and leadership roles
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.