Virtual Designer - Austin, TX

MissionHires; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking a detail-oriented Virtual Designer for a commercial construction partner in Austin. You will create and coordinate 3D BIM models, support clash detection, produce materials documentation, and help deliver accurate shop drawings on demanding schedules.

The ideal candidate has hands-on Revit experience, strong blueprint-reading skills, and the ability to collaborate with operations teams, general contractors, and MEP trade partners.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of computer‑aided drafting experience in the commercial construction industry.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• CAD Associate degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit required.
• Ability to use Navisworks and/or Revizto to review clashes and extract BIM data.
• Able to read, interpret, and apply construction blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn quickly and follow direction from senior virtual design professionals.
• Electrical construction experience and NEC knowledge are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build accurate 3D models from field layouts using Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
• Perform BIM coordination, including clash detection and resolution.
• Upload models and follow BIM coordination processes through sign‑off.
• Mentor and train Detailers in creating detailed shop drawings.
• Maintain relationships with operations teams, general contractors, and MEP trade partners.
• Develop and maintain Revit templates, details, and graphic standards.
• Produce bills of materials to support procurement and labor tracking.
• Manage multiple assignments with accuracy under aggressive schedules.
• Learn from and follow direction from the Senior Virtual Design team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Multiple project management

Collaborative team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAD Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

Revizto

Job description

MissionHires is seeking a detail-oriented Virtual Designer on behalf of a commercial construction company. This role creates and coordinates 3D BIM models, supports clash detection and resolution, produces materials documentation, and helps deliver accurate shop drawings on demanding project schedules. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on Revit experience, strong blueprint‑reading skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with operations teams, general contractors, and MEP trade partners.

Responsibilities:

• Build accurate 3D models from field superintendent layouts using Autodesk Revit and Navisworks.
• Perform BIM coordination, including clash detection, issue review, and resolution using Navisworks Manage.
• Upload models and follow general‑contractor‑led BIM coordination processes through model sign‑off.
• Mentor and train Detailers in the production of detailed shop drawings.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with operations teams, general contractors, and MEP trade partners.
• Assist in developing and maintaining company Revit templates, details, and graphic standards.
• Produce bills of materials to support procurement and labor tracking.
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments with accuracy, strong attention to detail, and adherence to aggressive project schedules.
• Learn from and follow direction provided by the Senior Virtual Design team.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of computer‑aided drafting experience in the commercial construction industry.
• High school diploma or GED.
• CAD Associate degree or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit.
• Ability to use Navisworks and/or Revizto to review trade clashes and extract information from BIM models.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction blueprints and project specifications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and ability to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow direction from senior virtual design professionals.
• Electrical construction experience is preferred.
• Knowledge and practical application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is a plus.
• Electrical field experience and/or an Associate degree in Electrical Theory is a plus.