Low Voltage Preconstruction Engineer

Faith Technologies; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer in Madison, WI to support Design-Build, Design Assist, and Integrated projects.

You will apply detailing and prefabrication strategies, assist with budgets, and provide design and model coordination support throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires 5–7 years of CAD experience (or Accubid), strong AutoCAD/BIM/Revit skills, and familiarity with electrical estimating software and NEC knowledge.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive CAD experience; or Accubid.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; BIM/3-D/Revit software experience required.
• Knowledge of Enterprise electrical estimating software; NEC knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies detailing and prefabrication strategies to design during Preconstruction.
• Leads estimating to develop budgets and cost alternatives.
• Supports design and model coordination for Design-Build and Integrated projects.
• Provides field support, translates design intent to the field, may work on site as needed.
• Attends site meetings and site visits to document existing conditions.

Skills

CAD experience

BIM/Revit

AutoCAD

Electrical estimating software

NEC knowledge

MS Office

Education

Technical Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM/Revit

Enterprise electrical estimating software

Job description

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

The Preconstruction Engineer works closely with the Preconstruction Manager during all phases of Design- Build, Design Assist, or integrated projects. This position is responsible for basic Electrical power, lighting, and low voltage installations. Will also require constructability reviews, value engineering, and overall project documentation support. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge or proficiency in the use of AutoCAD, experience in BIM/3-D/Revit software required, knowledge of Enterprise electrical estimating software, and knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) is preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Technical Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

Experience:5 to7 years of progressive CAD experience; or Accubid

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies detailing and prefabrication strategies to the design during the Preconstruction process, translates those strategies to the project team at project start-up.
• Leads, assists and works with estimating team members in the development of project budgets and cost alternatives.
• Supports the Preconstruction Manager by developing and providing design, budgeting and model coordination support on Design-Build, Design Assist, and Integrated projects.
• Keeps Preconstruction manager abreast to changes and modifications that are made during the process.
• Provides support to field personal during the construction process, translates the design intent to the field, may work on site as needed.
• Attends site meetings and site visits as needed to document existing conditions.
• Work with Faith Designers to submit energy code and egress lighting drawings for state submittal.
• Creates and documents value engineering solutions; which include identifying various design solutions and quantifying specific cost elements that are affected.
• Assists and works with the assigned engineering team in the development of designs to meet project goals.
• Supports the collection of schedule and production data from the field to support project control functions.
• Supports MEP coordination with other trade contractors.
• Supports construction as-built and documentation process.
• Support development of manufacturing opportunities with Preconstruction and operations team to support project delivery.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families.

You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here.

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test