Structural Technician
Stantec•Miami, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
Stantec is seeking a Structural Technician to join its Buildings team in Miami, Florida. The role supports the development of structural engineering designs, drawings, and construction documents for projects across Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Aviation, Mission Critical, and Advanced Manufacturing sectors. The technician works collaboratively with structural engineers, architects, and other engineering disciplines, contributing to complex building projects while developing technical expertise in structural design, construction documentation, and multidisciplinary project coordination.
Requirements
- Strong working knowledge of structural drafting, detailing, and building information modeling practices.
- Proficiency with Autodesk Revit, including structural modeling and construction documentation.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
- Understanding of structural systems, construction materials, and detailing practices involving steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundations.
- Ability to read, interpret, and develop structural engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
- Familiarity with applicable building codes and industry standards, including the Florida Building Code, ACI, AISC, and ASCE standards.
- Understanding of multidisciplinary design coordination and construction documentation workflows.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify drawing discrepancies and resolve technical coordination issues.
- Ability to work independently on assigned drafting and modeling tasks while following engineering direction and established quality standards.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple project deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, Structural Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
- 3–8 years of experience in structural drafting, design support, or building information modeling within an engineering consulting firm, architectural firm, or related industry.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Navisworks, BIM 360, or Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Familiarity with South Florida construction practices, including wind-resistant structural systems and High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements.
- Experience preparing structural construction documents for commercial, institutional, or industrial building projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain structural drawings, plans, sections, details, and three-dimensional building models using Revit and AutoCAD.
- Support design and documentation of structural systems, including steel framing, reinforced concrete, masonry, foundations, and other structural components.
- Prepare structural construction documents based on engineering calculations, design concepts, sketches, and project specifications.
- Coordinate structural models and drawings with architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other engineering disciplines.
- Review and incorporate engineering markups, design revisions, and field modifications into project drawings and models.
- Assist structural engineers with technical documentation, material quantities, and preliminary design calculations as directed.
- Participate in BIM coordination activities, including model reviews, clash detection, and resolution of design conflicts.
- Review drawings and models for accuracy, completeness, constructability, and compliance with established drafting standards.
- Support preparation of structural details and documentation consistent with applicable building codes, including Florida Building Code requirements.
- Assist with construction administration activities, including shop drawing reviews, responses to requests for information (RFIs), and field documentation.
- Participate in site visits and field observations to document existing conditions, construction progress, and structural components as required.
- Maintain organized project files, drawing revisions, and model documentation while supporting project schedules and deliverable deadlines.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and designers to identify and resolve technical coordination issues throughout project development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
