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Senior BIM Modeler/Steel Detailer

Thornton Tomasetti
Kansas, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 5/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

The Thornton Tomasetti Construction Engineering Practice leverages our core Structural Engineering expertise to meet the engineering needs of our contractor. We provide contractor support engineering, tower crane engineering, skip hoist engineering, shoring and reshoring design, connection design, and erection engineering. We also partner with contractors and sub-contractors to provide value engineering ideas and perform structural design on design-build projects.

The Role

This hands-on role is both strategic and tactical, requiring close collaboration with management, executives, and various specialists. The Senior BIM Modeler will oversee and manage steel detailing projects, ensuring accurate and timely completion of deliverables. They will work closely with architects, engineers, and fabricators to gather information, review drawings for compliance, supervise detailers, and conduct quality checks. You will also handle project documentation, progress reporting, and implement process improvements. This role presents an opportunity to contribute to the successful execution of steel detailing projects, while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement within the team.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage steel detailing projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and fabricators to gather necessary information for project execution.
  • Review drawings for compliance with codes and standards, supervising detailers to ensure accurate fabrication drawings and plans.
  • Conduct quality checks on completed deliverables to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepare project documentation and progress reports, effectively communicating project status and potential risks.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement enhancements to streamline workflows.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in steel detailing and knowledge of fabrication processes.
  • Proficient in Tekla Structures.
  • Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
  • An associate degree in Detailing or similar, or 10 years minimum structural steel detailing experience.
  • Familiarity with construction processes and building codes.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
  • Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Commuter Transit (where available)
  • 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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