Structural Drafter

Job Title: Structural Drafter Job Description
This role focuses on structural design drafting for a wide range of building types and construction materials, including steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and cold-formed steel. You will use AutoCAD and Revit to prepare accurate structural drawings, details, and 3D models that support projects such as hospitality developments, retail malls, apartment buildings, high-end retail tenant improvements, building additions, and luxury residences. This position offers the opportunity to grow your structural drafting expertise within a collaborative team that values learning and long-term career development in structural design.
Responsibilities
- Produce structural design drawings using AutoCAD and Revit for a variety of vertical building projects.
- Prepare clear structural drawings, sketches, and detailed views of structural components and systems.
- Create and update 3D models of structures using CAD software to support design coordination and visualization.
- Collaborate closely with structural engineers to refine and develop design concepts into constructible solutions.
- Ensure all drawings and models comply with applicable building codes, standards, and regulations.
- Review drawings for accuracy, completeness, and constructability, revising them based on feedback from project managers and engineers.
- Update and maintain project documentation as design changes occur throughout the project lifecycle.
- Follow established document flow procedures and adhere to detailed instructions and drafting standards.
- Support a variety of projects, including hospitality, retail, residential, and mixed-use developments, by providing high-quality structural drafting deliverables.
Essential Skills
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural drafting, specifically for vertical building projects.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, with at least an intermediate skill level (approximately 7 out of 10).
- Hands-on experience producing structural drawings and details for buildings constructed with steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and cold-formed steel.
- Proven ability to create detailed drawings and 3D models of structural components and systems.
- Demonstrated experience working on a variety of vertical building types, such as hospitality, retail, and residential projects.
- Ability to interpret engineering sketches, design concepts, and building code requirements and translate them into accurate drawings.
- Capacity to learn and follow document flow processes and comply with detailed drafting instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, code-compliant documentation.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively with engineers and project team members.
- Long-term interest in structural drafting and design as a core career focus.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Genuine passion for structural engineering and the built environment.
- Enthusiasm for working on a diverse portfolio of projects, from high-end retail tenant improvements to multi-million-dollar luxury residences.
- Interest in professional growth and continuous improvement in CAD and BIM workflows.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented office environment.
- Openness to learning new tools, standards, and project types as the team and portfolio continue to grow.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, on-site position based in an office environment, with work performed on site five days per week. You will work closely with a family-oriented team that prioritizes office culture, collaboration, and mutual support. The environment is designed to be a good place to learn, grow, and develop your structural drafting skills while contributing to a diverse portfolio of building projects. You will primarily use AutoCAD, Revit, and related CAD tools in a professional office setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Las Vegas, NV.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Las Vegas,NV.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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