BIM Engineer

Cache Valley Electric; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cache Valley Electric in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a BIM Specialist to create detailed 3D electrical models using Revit for construction projects. You will coordinate with project teams, generate shop drawings, and assist in prefabrication and field coordination.

Responsibilities include keeping models accurate, adhering to standards, producing As-Built drawings, and guiding team members in BIM/VDC processes. A proactive, collaborative mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience creating BIM models for electrical construction projects.
• Proficiency with Revit and connected workflows.
• Ability to generate shop drawings and installation details.

Responsibilities

• Create/maintain detailed 3D models using Revit for electrical construction projects.
• Create shop drawings and enlarged plans.
• Coordinate 3D models with general/ subcontractors to mitigate clashes.
• Attend design/coordination meetings and internal project meetings.
• Ensure model compliance with standards and project specs.

Skills

BIM modeling

Revit proficiency

3D modeling

Electrical knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Lean culture

Background checks

Revit families

Tools

Revit

Microsoft 360

Job description

Job Purpose

Create BIM models for various electrical construction projects to assist prefabrication and construction processes.

Duties

• Create/maintain detailed 3D models utilizing Revit for electrical construction projects with project leadership.
• Create/detail shop drawings and enlarged plans.
• Create installation details for prefabrication and construction.
• Interact with general contractors and subcontractors to coordinate 3D models and mitigate clashes.
• Attend and participate in design/coordination meetings as well as internal meetings with project team.
• Understand and follow established standards/procedures for deliverables.
• Create and organize files such as: DWG, RVT, PDF, NWC, etc.
• Be familiar with project site conditions – visit project sites as needed to ensure accuracy and timely submissions.
• Ensure that the data inputted into the model is correct, consistent, and regularly updated to reflect any changes.
• Ensure that the 3D model complies with local standards, regulations, and project specifications.
• Create, maintain, and coordinate project record (as-built) drawings for submission at project completion.
• Coordinate with field personnel/supervision to provide the needed support; provide necessary field documentation
• and instructions.
• Provide guidance to other team members, helping them learn how to use BIM software and understand VDC processes as needed.
• Prepare and host various internal meetings for each project.
• Provide directions for tasks to be performed by team members and/or 3rd party services.
• Participate in pull planning the BIM schedule and construction schedule with each project team.
• Assist with tracking alternative work directives (internal or external).

The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing, and other duties will be assigned based on the needs of the position.

Skills/Qualifications

• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Understand standard drafting & 3D modeling procedures and processes.
• Proficiency with software utilized within the VDC and prefabrication operations to include Microsoft 360 platform,
• Familiarity with electrical equipment, material, drawings, and specifications.
• Works well with others.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback from all team members.
• A willingness to learn, embrace, and build a lean culture.
• Certain job sites/customers may require successful background checks.
• Familiarity with creation/manipulation of Revit families.