Senior Virtual Designer

Sr. Virtual Designer

The Sr. Virtual Designer will be responsible for laying out and producing electrical shop drawings thorough knowledge of Computer-aided drafting (CAD/Revit) system standards, practices and techniques. We are looking for a self-starting, detailed orientated, organized Sr. Virtual Designer who is a team player with good communication skills.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build 3D models using field superintendent's layouts in AutoCAD MEP/Revit and NavisWorks.
• Coordinate BIM, including clash detection and resolution using NavisWorks Manage.
• Upload models and follow the GC lead BIM coordination process through to Model signoff.
• Mentor and train Virtual Designers and Detailers.
• Work with the BIM Manager in managing and maintaining BIM budgets throughout the project.
• Maintain relationships with our operation team, the General Contractor, and MEP Trade team members.
• Collaborate with the engineering department during model creation on design/build projects.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of WEI's AutoCAD/Revit templates, details, and graphic standards.
• Produce Bill of Materials for procurement/labor tracking.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma/GED required.
• 5+ years of experience performing Computer aided drafting in the Electrical Commercial Construction industry.
• CAD Associate's degree and/or equivalent working experience required.
• Electrical Field Experience and/or an Electrical Theory Associate's degree required.
• Knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) required.
• Proficiency with Autodesk production software (AutoCAD MEP & Revit) required.
• Ability to work with NavisWorks to view and extract information from the BIM model.
• Ability to read and comprehend construction blueprints and project specifications.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Capability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy while meeting aggressive project schedules.
• Self-starter, with the ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Bluebeam experience is a plus.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.
• Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.
• Ability to create/modify Revit families (.rft).
• Basic understanding of TFP or APL (Trimble field points, Autodesk Point layout).
• Experience working within the ACC platform (Autodesk Construction Cloud).
• Experience using construction management software (Procore, PlanGrid, BIM 360, etc.).
• Experience with other software such as Dynamo, Revizto, Fieldwire, and Evolve is a plus.

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.