Senior BIM Engineer

PayneCrest Electric; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Health benefits

401k matching

Job summary

PayneCrest Electric in Lincoln, NE, is seeking a Senior BIM Engineer to lead electrical modeling and coordination for large-scale projects.

You will drive clash-free integration across trades using Navisworks, Revit, and AutoCAD, mentor junior staff, ensure NEC standards, and coordinate with project teams to align BIM deliverables with schedules and costs. This on-site role offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work on nationally recognized projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years supporting electrical construction BIM/VDC projects.
• Leads electrical modeling and coordination workflows.
• Mentors junior BIM engineers and designers.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical modeling and coordination for large-scale projects.
• Develop and coordinate one-line diagrams, layouts, and equipment placements.
• Drive clash-free model integration across trades using Navisworks.
• Conduct constructability reviews and address installation risks.
• Mentor BIM engineers and coordinate with project teams.

Skills

BIM coordination

Leadership

Mentoring staff

Problem solving

NEC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Construction Technology or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

SENIOR BIM ENGINEER

Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, PayneCrest Electric, a Primoris Company, is a nationally recognized electrical contractor and trusted partner for delivering the industry’s most complex and technically demanding projects. Our competitive advantage is our people-first culture; empowering teams to make decisions, solve problems, and deliver safe, efficient, and innovative solutions while growing and succeeding together.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical modeling and coordination efforts for large-scale plan/specification, design-assist, and design-build projects.
• Develop and coordinate advanced electrical systems including one-line diagrams, distribution layouts, equipment placement, lighting systems, and controls.
• Drive clash‑free model integration across multiple trades using Navisworks and coordination platforms.
• Lead constructability reviews by proactively identifying installation risks, sequencing conflicts, access constraints, and productivity challenges.
• Collaborate with field leadership and prefabrication teams to integrate modularization and labor‑efficiency strategies into model development.
• Support value engineering initiatives by developing cost‑effective technical solutions aligned with project performance requirements.
• Mentor BIM Engineers and Designers by providing technical guidance, training, and quality oversight.
• Coordinate with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to align BIM deliverables with schedules, procurement strategies, and execution plans.
• Participate in client‑facing coordination meetings and design review sessions.
• Enforce BIM standards, workflows, and quality control processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Technology, or related discipline — or equivalent field‑based electrical construction experience.
• 5+ years of experience supporting electrical construction projects in BIM, VDC, or engineering roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading electrical coordination and constructability‑driven modeling workflows.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of NEC requirements and field installation practices.
• Proven ability to mentor junior technical staff and manage workload priorities.
• PE License preferred but not required.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to Engineering BIM / VDC Manager

Location

Lincoln, NE

Compensation

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus opportunity
• Additional compensation when travel is required
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, matching 401k program, etc.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. As a part of the hiring process all applicants will be required to submit to, and pass, a pre‑employment urine drug screening and background check.