VDC Electrical Design & Coordination Specialist

Power Design Inc.; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Design Inc. seeks a VDC Assistant Design Manager to support Preconstruction BIM processes under a VDC Design Manager. You will develop coordination models, 2D/3D drawings, and installation designs for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, ensuring code-compliance and project efficiency.

This role collaborates with internal teams and trade partners to resolve design conflicts and advance project goals with high attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree, bachelor's degree, industry certification, registered apprenticeship completion, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience in construction, VDC, BIM modeling, detailing, or installation within Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing systems.
• Proficiency with Revit and working knowledge of AutoCAD, Navisworks, and other BIM technologies.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, submittals, and contract documents.
• Understanding of construction coordination, clash detection, and installation best practices.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, customers, consultants, and trade partners.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work with strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards within your area of expertise.
• Experience supporting prefabrication, fabrication, field layout, or installation planning is a plus.

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.

Job description

Power Design Inc. seeks a VDC Assistant Design Manager to support Preconstruction BIM processes under a VDC Design Manager. You will develop coordination models, 2D/3D drawings, and installation designs for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, ensuring code-compliance and project efficiency.

This role collaborates with internal teams and trade partners to resolve design conflicts and advance project goals with high attention to detail.