Brad Byrd
SDS-2 Structural Steel Detailer, Chief Draftsman, CAD Designer and Technical Draftsman
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An opportunity which will capitalize on 30 years quality performance as a Chief Draftsman, CAD Designer and Technical Draftsman, with demonstrated expertise in SDS2 Modeling and Detailing, Structural Steel Detailing, Architecture Drafting & Design, AutoCAD 2000I to 2017 and CAD 7, MS Word and Excel, AutoCAD Detailer, AutoCAD CAD Standards, and Surveying of Existing Structures.
Experience
Structural Steel Detailer at Byrd Drafting (2026-03 – Present)
- AutoCad - Structural Steel Detailer 22+ years
- SDS-2 - Modeling and Detailing for 8 years
- Bluebeam Software
Structural Steel Detailer at Doerr & Associates (2017-07 – 2025-12)
- Coordinate on RFI's and make changes
- SDS2 Modeling and Detailing for 8 years
- SDS 2 Training
Chief Draftsman and CAD Designer at AP Americas (2014-03 – 2017-02)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading Custom Chamber Design.
- Designing & building the complete Cad library & Cad Standards
- Designing custom chambers
- Managing Cad files and Production designs
- Coordinate with project manager and clients
- Working on Apple Beats, Bose, Cable labs and Hyundai Mobis
CAD Designer at Simplex Grinnell/Pyramid Consulting, Inc. (2014-01 – 2014-03)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading custom fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fire suppression, integrated security, sound and healthcare communications systems.
- Design & building the complete fire alarm and fire sprinkler suppression systems
- Managing Cad files
- Coordinate with project manager and clients
- Working on North Park Mall, Children's Medical Center, Methodist Hospital Dallas, Parkland Hospital and Presbyterian Hospital
CAD Designer & Technician at Viva Railings (2012-04 – 2014-01)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading Custom Handrail Design.
- Designing & building the complete Viva Cad library & Cad Standards
- Designing custom handrails
- Managing Cad files
- Estimating handrails
- Coordinate with project manager and clients
- Working on Iowa football stadium, Oklahoma Thunder practice facility, OU Radar, OSU Newark Founders Hall & Cherokee Nation Vinita Clinic
Chief Draftsman, CAD Designer & Technician at Byrd Drafting (2011-07 – 2012-04)
Custom Design and Cad Detailer.
- Design & set up of Cad library & Cad Standards
- Estimating handrails and Structural Steel
- Custom Cad Drafting
- Worked with and have Auto Cad 2010 & 2014
- Structural Steel Detailing & Red line Change's
Chief Draftsman and Structural Steel Detailer at Alpha Fabrication SERVICES (2010-05 – 2011-06)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading Structural Steel Detailer.
- Programming CNC's with Peddimat by Peddinghaus
- Worked with SDS2, red line changes and Training in modeling
- Worked some with Revit and taking Revit training
- Navisworks and Auto Cad 2010
- Managing coordination of documentation
- Coordinate with project manager and clients
- Working on UNT Stadium, Sulphur Springs Middle School & Baylor Sammons Collins Reno
CAD Technician at Ikemire ARCHITECTS (2010-03 – 2010-05)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading Architecture firms.
- Designing & set up of Cad library & Cad Standards
- Managing coordination of documentation from multiple departments for county submittals
- Coordinate with project manager and clients
- Working on Hilton Garden Inn in Bryan Texas
CAD Technician at HKS (2006-09 – 2008-11)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading Architecture firms.
- Proficient in Design Development and Construction Design
- Experience in Schematic Design, Auto Cad 2006 to 2008 and Sketch Up
- Managing coordination of documentation from multiple departments for county submittals
- Coordinate with project manager and clients
- Projects include City Center in Las Vegas and Dubai World
CAD Technician at The Dimension Group (2004-09 – 2006-06)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading Architecture firms.
- Worked with Auto Cad 2004
- Site investigation and build-to-suit for 7-11, Blockbuster & Yum Corp.
- Building design, construction documents and space planning
- Coordinate with project manager and clients
Structural Steel Detailer at Doerr & Associates (1999-07 – 2004-06)
Multiple responsibilities for one of Dallas' leading steel detailing firms.
- Designed structural connections, beams and columns for major buildings such as The Dallas Aquarium, Las Colinas Medical Center and numerous Home Depot stores. Extensive use of AutoCAD 2001.
- Entrusted to handle complex design aspects such as trusses and bracing details and layouts. Additionally, erection plans and sections are developed.
- Coordinate closely with project managers for clients such as United Steel, Zimmerman Metals and MM&W to clarify engineering/architectural plans and resolve problems.
- Commended by company President for consistent high quality of work and doing whatever it took to meet tight deadlines.
Structural Steel Detailer at M&W Drafting (1995-01 – 1999-06)
Similar responsibilities for the leading steel detailing firm in Lubbock.
- Played key role in bringing in the Mandalay Bay Casino (Las Vegas) project in two months under deadline
- Used CAD 7
Education
A.A.S. in Drafting Technology – South Plains College
Graduate, Post High School – Post High School
