Pipe Systems Design Lead

Henderson, NV - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 100000 - 110000

Posted on: 10-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

As a Pipe Systems Design Lead at RK Industries youre at the forefront of digital construction innovationtransforming contract drawings into detailed build-ready Revit and BIM models that drive prefabrication quality and efficiency. Youll collaborate closely with field managers and fabrication teams reviewing design intent and constructability implementing QC on shop drawings and championing best practices from the field to the model.

In this role youll lead technical direction and training ensuring projects stay on schedule within budget and exceed RKs renowned safety and quality standards. Its a standout opportunity for someone with a Pipefitting background and 3years Design experience (Revit Navisworks Tekla) strong independent decision-making and a passion for driving innovation in construction. Come build the future of fabrication with a company that truly invests in your growth through RK University weekly pay full benefits and a safety-first culture.

RK Overview

RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction manufacturing custom fabrication and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods focus on safety and commitment to quality help bring our customers biggest ideas to life.

Position Summary

Work closely with Preconstruction Team Project Managers VDC/BIM Field and Manufacturing team to determine material and fabrication best practices to execute projects most efficiently. Optimize every project prior to spooling drawings for fabrication. Mentor and train members of the staff on trade-specific means and methods.

Role Responsibilities

Provide direction and leadership to the department team to achieve high quality productivity and safe standards.
Ensures compliance to production schedules process quality efficiency standards budget inventory and data reporting.
Facilitate improvement through team involvement training and education on specific tasks safety issues and other company-related functions.
Administer corrective action as needed and maintains training matrix.
Assemble pricing comparisons for optimization and material selection opportunities.
Review Contract drawings for design intent as well as constructability prior to VDC/BIM Kick-off.
Evaluate appropriate applications for prefabrication packaging and delivery.
Review shop operations for best practices for shop work flow materials handling and productivity tracking tools.
Quality control reviews and corrections of VDC/BIM Drawings or models; compliance with contract documents.
Quality Control review of fabrication drawings prior to delivering to shop.
Regularly walk project sites with the Project Field Managers to document best practices and field material preferences.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

5 years Pipefitting or experience with Piping and Hydronics preferred
Collage/University graduate preferred with 5 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
Indirect supervision.
Knowledge of project plans scope schedule specs submittals budget verify benefits of revised materials and systems etc.
Firm understanding of drafting and design techniques and are able to convey all information in a clear concise manner.
Able to makes decisions independently regarding complexities and methods.
Superior presentation time management and planning abilities.
Ability to critically think.
Strong teamwork/relationship management skills.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to: stand sit talk hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer telephone and a variety of office equipment.
Occasionally may need to reach stoop or kneel.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value guiding everything we do each day:Health Safety & Environmental

Awards: Whether in Construction Manufacturing Fabrication or Service RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry:Accreditations & Recognition

Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being:Benefits & Rewards

Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation:RK Foundation

Development: Through RK University we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company to include leadership and technical learning opportunities we well as our accredited apprentice program:RK University&RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Salary $100-$110k

RK Industries LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law

DescriptionAs a Pipe Systems Design Lead at RK Industries youre at the forefront of digital construction innovationtransforming contract drawings into detailed build-ready Revit and BIM models that drive prefabrication quality and efficiency. Youll collaborate closely with field managers and fabrica...