VDC Designer

Actalent; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and 9

Job summary

The VDC Designer at Actalent in Tampa, FL plays a key role in delivering high-quality VDC/BIM models and drawings for commercial construction projects. You will focus on electrical VDC and design, using Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD to support coordination, layout, and field installation.

You will collaborate with designers, engineers, and field personnel in a fast-paced environment, organize project files, and ensure constructability through clash detection, accurate layouts, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience performing VDC/BIM design work.
• Working knowledge and hands‑on experience with Autodesk Revit for VDC/BIM design.
• Experience using Autodesk Navisworks for model coordination and clash detection.
• Working knowledge of commercial construction workflows and processes.
• Basic understanding of construction methods across multiple trades.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications accurately.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective teamwork.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for drafting and design support.
• Electrical VDC and/or electrical design experience.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and maintain VDC/BIM models for commercial construction projects using Autodesk Revit.
• Use Autodesk Navisworks to perform model coordination, clash detection, and constructability reviews across multiple trades.
• Support electrical VDC and electrical design activities, ensuring accurate representation of systems in project models and drawings.
• Apply a working knowledge of commercial construction workflows to align VDC models with field installation practices and project schedules.
• Interpret and review construction drawings and specifications to develop accurate layouts and models.
• Utilize AutoCAD to produce and update drawings, details, and other project documentation as needed.
• Export layout data from VDC models for use with field equipment, supporting accurate installation and field coordination.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, including designers, engineers, and field personnel, to resolve design issues and improve constructability.
• Manage multiple project priorities and deadlines while maintaining a strong commitment to producing high-quality, detailed work.
• Organize and maintain project files, models, and documentation to ensure efficient access and version control.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members to report progress, identify issues, and propose solutions.
• Contribute to a hardworking, relaxed, and collaborative team culture, participating in team-building and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Electrical VDC

BIM design

Coordination

Construction workflows

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Drafting/Engineering tech education

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Navisworks

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title

VDC Designer

Job Description

The VDC Designer plays a key role in delivering high-quality virtual design and construction (VDC) models and documentation for commercial construction projects. This position focuses on electrical VDC and design, using Autodesk tools to support project coordination, layout, and field installation. The role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and maintain VDC/BIM models for commercial construction projects using Autodesk Revit.
• Use Autodesk Navisworks to perform model coordination, clash detection, and constructability reviews across multiple trades.
• Support electrical VDC and electrical design activities, ensuring accurate representation of systems in project models and drawings.
• Apply a working knowledge of commercial construction workflows to align VDC models with field installation practices and project schedules.
• Interpret and review construction drawings and specifications to develop accurate layouts and models.
• Utilize AutoCAD to produce and update drawings, details, and other project documentation as needed.
• Export layout data from VDC models for use with field equipment, supporting accurate installation and field coordination.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, including designers, engineers, and field personnel, to resolve design issues and improve constructability.
• Manage multiple project priorities and deadlines while maintaining a strong commitment to producing high-quality, detailed work.
• Organize and maintain project files, models, and documentation to ensure efficient access and version control.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members to report progress, identify issues, and propose solutions.
• Contribute to a hardworking, relaxed, and collaborative team culture, participating in team-building and continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience performing VDC/BIM design work.
• Working knowledge and hands‑on experience with Autodesk Revit for VDC/BIM design.
• Experience using Autodesk Navisworks for model coordination and clash detection.
• Working knowledge of commercial construction workflows and processes.
• Basic understanding of construction methods across multiple trades.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications accurately.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for effective teamwork.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for drafting and design support.
• Electrical VDC and/or electrical design experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Formal education or technical training in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, BIM, VDC, or a related field.
• Experience exporting layout data from VDC/BIM models for use with field equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑growing, team‑oriented environment.
• Interest in participating in team‑building activities and contributing to a collaborative culture.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position in a fast‑growing organization located in the Tampa area. The work environment is hardworking yet relaxed, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and teamwork. You will use Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Navisworks, AutoCAD, and related tools to support commercial construction projects. The company offers paid time off, annual bonus opportunities, and monthly team‑building activities that foster a supportive and engaging workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $34.62 - $43.27/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.