VDC Project Leader

Selectek; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Selectek in Butler, WI seeks a VDC Project Leader to execute electrical modeling, own the WBS, and lead modeling technicians. The role coordinates with trades and GCs to deliver a buildable, coordinated model for detailing, fabrication, and field installation.

The ideal candidate has strong Revit and VDC/BIM skills, plus experience directing teams, managing timelines, and ensuring adherence to project standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical construction, modeling, or related role.
• Strong working knowledge of Revit and electrical modeling workflows.
• Experience leading modeling scope and coordinating technicians.

Responsibilities

• Modeling Execution & WBS ownership on assigned projects.
• Manage internal and third‑party modeling technicians.
• Coordinate with trades and general contractors for clash resolution.
• Ensure models are populated, coordinated and maintained to standards.
• Protect scope, manage inputs, and communicate impacts on timelines.

Skills

Electrical construction

VDC/BIM

Revit

Trade coordination

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Selectek has an exciting opportunity for a VDC Project Leader. Under the direction of the Assistant BIM Manager, the VDC Project Leader (VDC-PL) is responsible for execution of the electrical modeling process on assigned projects. This role owns the modeling Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), manages internal and third-party modeling technicians, and ensures models are populated, coordinated, and maintained in accordance with project requirements and company standards. The VDC Project Leader serves as the primary electrical representative in coordination meetings, working directly with other trades and general contractors to deliver a coordinated, buildable model. Depending on project size and resource availability, this role balances hands‑on modeling with team leadership while ensuring modeling outputs support efficient detailing, fabrication, and field installation. Success in this role is measured by model quality, coordination effectiveness, clarity of inputs and timelines, protection of scope, and timely delivery of modeling information that enables downstream execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Modeling Execution & WBS Ownership
• Inputs, Timelines & Readiness
• Team Leadership & Resource Management
• Trade Coordination & External Collaboration
• Constructability, Quality & Change Management Standards & Continuous Improvement

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in electrical construction, modeling, VDC/BIM, or related role.
• Demonstrated experience managing modeling scope, coordination, and technician output on projects.
• Strong working knowledge of Revit and electrical modeling workflows.
• Experience participating in or leading trade coordination and clash resolution efforts.
• Understanding of electrical constructability and how modeling supports detailing, fabrication, and installation.
• Ability to identify missing inputs, define timelines, and communicate impacts when constraints arise.
• Proven ability to protect scope and elevate out-of-scope requests appropriately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for communication and coordination.
• Sponsorship: No, US Citizen or Green Card Holder
• Pay Range: $38.46/hour - $48.08/hour ($80,000 - $100,000 annual salary)
• Pay method when direct: Salary
• Term of assignment: 6 month contract to direct
• Location of Job: Butler, WI (53007)
• Hours & Shift: Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
• Overtime: Some on occasion
• Drug Screen: Yes, 10 panel
Does the client require background check? Yes
• Please contact Lizzie Johns at 470-203-0754 or [e-mail] for more information.