VDC Assistant Design Manager - BIM for Electrical

Power Design; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Design is seeking a VDC Assistant Design Manager to support the Preconstruction Virtual Design process under a VDC Design Manager or Project Executive. You will develop detailed coordination models, installation designs, shop drawings, and construction documents using BIM technologies.

This role collaborates with project teams, customers, consultants, and trade partners to deliver code-compliant, cost-effective installations while upholding Power Design standards and values.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction, VDC, BIM modeling, detailing, or installation.
• Proficiency with Revit; working knowledge of AutoCAD, Navisworks.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to collaborate with internal teams and trade partners.

Responsibilities

• Support projects during preconstruction and design coordination phases under the supervision of a VDC Design Manager and/or Project Executive.
• Maintain a working knowledge of applicable codes, industry standards, installation methods, and Power Design best practices.
• Develop and maintain BIM models utilizing Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and related software platforms.
• Perform 2D and 3D modeling and coordination for assigned systems and project scopes.
• Participate in clash detection and coordination meetings with project stakeholders, including project teams, architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and trade partners.
• Assist with the review of contract documents, BIM Execution Plans, scopes of work, specifications, drawings, and jurisdictional requirements to support code-compliant and cost-effective installations.
• Develop coordination, fabrication, prefabrication, and installation drawings in accordance with project requirements and Power Design standards.
• Coordinate directly with operations teams to support project execution, installation planning, and constructability reviews.
• Assist in maintaining project schedules, deliverables, and production reporting requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external project stakeholders to resolve design conflicts and support project objectives.
• Utilize BIM technologies and workflows to improve project coordination, efficiency, and quality.
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail and commitment to quality throughout all project deliverables.
• Represent Power Design professionally in project meetings and coordination efforts.
• Demonstrate and uphold Power Design's core values of Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation, and Growth.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Industry certification

Apprenticeship completion

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

BIM software

Job description

Power Design is seeking a VDC Assistant Design Manager to support the Preconstruction Virtual Design process under a VDC Design Manager or Project Executive. You will develop detailed coordination models, installation designs, shop drawings, and construction documents using BIM technologies.

This role collaborates with project teams, customers, consultants, and trade partners to deliver code-compliant, cost-effective installations while upholding Power Design standards and values.