Preconstruction Designer

Aldridge Electric; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Incentive Programs

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aldridge Electric is seeking a Preconstruction Designer to join our dynamic design team. This role collaborates with project teams, the VDC team, and the Prefabrication group to streamline coordination from the start of a project through installation and closeout.

Join a growing firm that values safety, innovation, and teamwork. You will develop constructability drawings, generate BOMs, and support BIM coordination while ensuring adherence to NEC and local codes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of electrical materials and installation methods.
• Knowledge of the NEC, local codes, and construction safety requirements.
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or completion of Electrical Apprenticeship.
• Skilled Bluebeam drafting for layout, one-lines, schematics, and conceptual sketches.
• General computer literacy; CAD and BIM experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams and prefabrication to understand the build plan and design needs for the project.
• Generate system layout and design drawings for constructability.
• Develop detail drawings to scale with installation info and section views as needed.
• Create bill of materials for procurement.
• Coordinate with the project team and BIM team through the 3D modeling and coordination process.
• Identify and understand pertinent project specifications, contract drawings, and scope of work.
• Educate project teams and clients about the benefits of Virtual Design and Construction.
• Assist with scheduling builds for timely delivery.
• Estimating assistance and take-offs.
• Site visits during construction phase as needed.

Skills

Bluebeam drafting

3D modeling

BIM coordination

AutoCAD

Electrical assemblies knowledge

Education

Construction Management degree

Civil Engineering degree

Architecture degree

Electrical Apprenticeship

Tools

Autodesk CAD

BIM

Trimble layout

2D drafting

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Aldridge is seeking a Preconstruction Designer to join our dynamic and energetic design team. This role will be responsible for working and collaborating with project teams, the VDC team, and the Prefabrication team to streamline the coordination process from the start of a project and remain engaged through installation and project closeout.

What We Are Looking For

Aldridge is seeking a Preconstruction Designer to join our dynamic and energetic design team. This role will be responsible for working and collaborating with project teams, the VDC team, and the Prefabrication team to streamline the coordination process from the start of a project and remain engaged through installation and project closeout.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with project teams and prefabrication to understand the build plan and design needs for the project
• Generate system layout and design drawings for constructability
• Develop detail drawings to scale with installation info and section views as needed
• Create bill of materials for procurement
• Coordinate with the project team and BIM team through the 3D modeling and coordination process
• Identify and understand pertinent project specifications, contract drawings, and scope of work
• Educate project teams and clients about the benefits of Virtual Design and Construction
• Assist with scheduling builds for timely delivery
• Estimating assistance and take-offs
• Site visits during construction phase as needed

Who You Are

• Minimum of 5+ years in the construction industry
• Knowledge of electrical materials and installation methods
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), local codes, and construction safety requirements
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or successful completion of an Electrical Apprenticeship program
• Skilled Bluebeam drafting for layout, one-lines, schematics, and conceptual sketches
• General understanding of computer platforms
• Knowledge with Autodesk CAD and BIM preferred
• Knowledge of Trimble and layout devices preferred

Who We Are

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What We Offer

The annual base pay for this role is between $90,000 - $120,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.