Assistant Structural Revit Designer

Location: Chesapeake, VA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $33.00 $39.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Standard: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday; 9/80 schedule available depending on workload (approximately 50% of the team uses the 9/80 option)
• Travel Requirements: Travel is not expected
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]

Job Summary

An Assistant Civil Designer will assist in various phases of planning, proposal preparation, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation and environmental plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
• Modeling & Drafting: Develop detailed Revit structural models and construction drawing sets (plans, sections, details).
• Engineering Support: Interpret sketches, markups, and design calculations provided by engineers to create accurate drawings.
• Coordination: Collaborate with project teams, architects, and engineers to identify and resolve BIM model conflicts.
• Standards Compliance: Apply company and industry standards (e.g., BIM standards) to all deliverables.
• Document Management: Assist with organizing project documents, such as transmittals, PDFs, and shop drawing sets.
• Incorporate schedules, budgets, and project criteria into civil design and layouts.
• Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Required Skills

• Software: Proficiency in Revit; familiarity with AutoCAD is generally required.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of structural components and construction documents.
• Basic understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables.
• Basic knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems.
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of civil discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience; OR
• Associate's Degree and 3 years related experience; OR
• 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field; OR minimum 3 years of related experience with an Associate's Degree; OR 4 years of progressive detailing and design experience.
• Structural modeling experience required.
• Experience interpreting engineer markups and producing accurate drawings.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• AutoCAD experience (a plus, not required).
• Relocation candidates can be considered at their own expense.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Important Notes

• This position is not client-facing.
• Interview process consists of one Teams interview followed by an onsite interview.
• Immediate start position has been marked urgent.

About the Client

This client is a leading infrastructure engineering and utilities organization with a long-standing legacy in grid distribution and transmission & distribution (T&D) infrastructure, operating across projects spanning the U.S. from Florida to Washington state. The organization manages large-scale, multi-million dollar portfolios and places a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, safety, and operational excellence. Teams include structural engineers, project managers, designers, project controls specialists, and supply chain professionals who collaborate across multiple office locations on technically complex infrastructure programs.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-06288

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