Electrical BIM Designer

Actalent; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Electrical BIM Designer to create, coordinate, and maintain detailed 3D models using Revit. You will work with cross-functional teams and ensure model accuracy across electrical disciplines, targeting LOD 350-400 while supporting remote coordination for field operations.

The role emphasizes clash detection, coordination with MEP teams, and documentation delivery. A remote-friendly schedule with a contract-to-hire path, based from Phoenix, AZ, is offered.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Revit with ability to create and manage detailed 3D models.
• 2+ years of VDC/BIM modeling experience.
• Experience with clash detection software.
• Experience with electrical design including conduit and cable trays.
• Experience with sleeve drawings, embedded field points, and coordinating shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate 3D models using Revit, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure coordination across disciplines.
• Use clash detection software to identify and resolve conflicts between building systems.
• Coordinate with MEP teams to ensure integrated, clash-free designs.
• Provide remote coordination and support for field operations, integrating 3D scans and field data into models.
• Prepare and manage technical documentation, drawings, and schedules for project teams.
• Ensure model accuracy and quality, meeting project standards and deadlines.
• Stay current with BIM/VDC advancements to improve processes.
• Utilize collaboration tools to enhance communication and model accessibility.

Skills

Revit

VDC/BIM Modeling

Clash detection

LOD 350-400

Electrical design

Sleeve drawings & field points

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Electrical BIM Designer

Job Description

The Electrical BIM Designer plays a crucial role in supporting complex construction projects through the creation, maintenance, and coordination of detailed 3D models. This position requires proficiency in Revit and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with project goals. Candidates should have experience with LOD 350-400 Electrical work and electrical trades. The role is responsible for ensuring model accuracy, supporting BIM processes, and aiding field operations through remote coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate 3D models using Revit, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to ensure consistency and coordination across disciplines.
• Use clash detection software to identify and resolve conflicts between building systems.
• Coordinate closely with MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) teams to ensure integrated, clash-free designs.
• Provide remote coordination and support for field operations, ensuring accurate integration of 3D scans and field data into project models.
• Prepare and manage technical documentation, drawings, and schedules required by project teams.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of all models, adhering to project standards and deadlines.
• Stay current with advancements in BIM and VDC technologies, applying knowledge to improve modeling processes and project outcomes.
• Utilize collaboration tools to enhance communication and model accessibility.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit (8/10) is required, with the ability to create and manage detailed 3D models.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in VDC/BIM Modeling.
• Familiarity with clash detection software.
• Experience with LOD 350-400.
• Experience doing electrical design - conduit, cable trays.
• Proficiency in sleeve drawings, embedded field points, and coordinating shop drawings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on industrial or commercial projects.
• Knowledge in AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in BIM and construction design.

Work Environment

This position is fully remote, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale projects, with a company dedicated to VDC design. Please note that candidates from certain states are not eligible for this position.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $41.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.