Lead Tekla Structures Technician (Precast)

About the Company-

Ready to lead, inspire, and make your Tekla expertise count? Join our growing Precast Tekla team and play a key role in shaping how we deliver impactful precast projects.

About the Role

As a Tekla Detailer, you’ll work closely with our Precast Manager, who oversees all precast operations, to develop and strengthen our in-house Tekla capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to build expertise, help establish efficient workflows, and contribute to our goal of winning and delivering more Tekla-based precast work.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed Tekla models and drawings aligned with project specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to develop robust structural solutions.
• Stay updated on Tekla software advancements and industry best practices.
• Support application development efforts on the Tekla platform to boost productivity and precision and work with our Head of IT.
• Prepare detailed 3D models of reinforced concrete and precast structures including rebar modelling using Tekla software in a timely manner and within a given budget.
• Generate and edit detailed drawings of reinforced concrete and precast structures using Tekla software in a timely manner and within a given budget.
• Prepare structural drawings like plans, elevations, sections and details including reinforcement detailing and preparation of bar bending schedules.
• Prepare precast erection drawings, production drawings, hardware drawings and material lists.
• Review and analyse the project documents identifying drawing and specification conflicts, insufficient information, and missing dimensions.
• Coordinate and communicate with team members.
• Working as part of a project team to provide deliverables and meet deadlines while providing quality control/ quality assurance to ensure these deliverables are on-time and of a high quality.
• Planning and organize work priorities to ensure drawings meet the project deadlines.
• Reviews and check precast shop drawings, piece tickets, and fabrication materials for compliance to production and drawing standards.
• Review and check precast erection plans and elevation drawings, checking all dimensions against contract documents and standards.
• Ensure adequate information is correctly interpreted and included on drawings.
• Conformance of shop drawings with contract documents and quantity takeoff.
• Consistency of drawing presentation with production methods and standards.
• Improve efficiency and closely monitor performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with a minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience.

Required Skills

Proven experience with Tekla Structures, specifically precast concrete expertise, is mandatory.

• Prior experience managing or mentoring a team of technicians.
• Strong grasp of structural engineering principles and construction methodologies.
• Extensive knowledge and working experience with Tekla Structures software.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines confidently.
• Ability to satisfactorily read, understands, and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Strong attention to detail with proficient level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Flexible attitude, in an environment with frequently changing deadlines can be relied on to meet deadlines.