Senior Electrical BIM Modeler for Commercial Projects

AlphaX; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional training and advancement

Job summary

AlphaX, a well-established electrical contractor in the Detroit metro area, seeks an experienced BIM Modeler/Detailer to build accurate 3D electrical models and production-ready drawings for commercial projects.

Work closely with engineers, PMs, and field teams to improve constructability, resolve coordination issues, and streamline installation across multiple trades. Strong Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks skills are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with commercial electrical construction projects.
• Ability to develop electrical system models and construction-ready drawings.
• Familiarity with BIM/VDC coordination and multidisciplinary models.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed 3D electrical models, including conduit routing, cable trays, equipment, hangers, sleeves, and penetrations.
• Produce shop drawings, installation plans, spool drawings, coordination layouts, and prefabrication packages.
• Run clash detection and coordinate electrical systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection models.
• Review design documents and specifications to identify discrepancies, installation challenges, and missing information.
• Work with engineers, project managers, and other trades to resolve BIM/VDC coordination issues.
• Incorporate approved RFIs, submittals, design revisions, and field changes into project models.
• Coordinate with estimators, superintendents, foremen, and field crews so models reflect real site conditions and installation needs.
• Develop models that support prefabrication accuracy, installation sequencing, and field productivity.
• Provide updated drawings and modeling support throughout construction.
• Prepare as-built documentation and final model deliverables at project completion.
• Ensure all deliverables are accurate and comply with project standards and specifications.

Skills

BIM modeling

Electrical detailing

VDC coordination

Clash detection

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in BIM/drafting/electrical design

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

AlphaX, a well-established electrical contractor in the Detroit metro area, seeks an experienced BIM Modeler/Detailer to build accurate 3D electrical models and production-ready drawings for commercial projects.

Work closely with engineers, PMs, and field teams to improve constructability, resolve coordination issues, and streamline installation across multiple trades. Strong Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks skills are required.