Electrical BIM/VDC Detailer — 3D Modeling & Coordination

Baker Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Group is seeking an Electrical BIM/VDC Detailer I to develop 3D BIM models for electrical systems and produce precise installation drawings for prefabrication and field work.

You will coordinate with design engineers, project managers, and field teams, applying LOD standards and ensuring accuracy against contract documents. Strong Revit/Navisworks skills and electrical background are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level education not required if experience aligns with essential functions.
• Minimum five years in electrical detailing or apprenticeship with related duties.
• Strong knowledge of electrical materials, equipment, and install methods.
• Ability to apply Level of Development (LOD) to projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D BIM models for electrical systems including conduit, cable tray, equipment and related components.
• Produce shop drawings, installation drawings, material lists, and layout files for prefabrication and field installation.
• Detail electrical systems with routing, equipment placement and support requirements.
• Coordinate electrical systems with other trades using BIM coordination tools and clash detection.
• Generate coordination files and support layout activities for multiple electrical systems.
• Review submittals and drawings to ensure accuracy against contract documents.
• Apply knowledge of electrical materials and installation methods in detailing work.
• Develop support and attachment details ensuring proper structural support.
• Understand and apply appropriate Level of Development (LOD) for project objectives.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and field teams to resolve challenges.
• Lead or co-lead model reviews with owners and stakeholders to communicate intent.
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings and provide project updates.
• Communicate with project managers, engineers, foremen, and contractors throughout construction.
• Maintain organization and time management to meet deadlines; extended hours when required.
• Perform core BIM-VDC responsibilities with higher proficiency and leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Reading construction docs

Multi-tasking

Education

Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

ACC

Stratus

Excel

Bluebeam

Outlook

Job description

Baker Group is seeking an Electrical BIM/VDC Detailer I to develop 3D BIM models for electrical systems and produce precise installation drawings for prefabrication and field work.

You will coordinate with design engineers, project managers, and field teams, applying LOD standards and ensuring accuracy against contract documents. Strong Revit/Navisworks skills and electrical background are essential for success.