Electrical BIM Detailer

We provide clients full-service electrical preconstruction and construction services, including electrical systems design, alternative energy and energy-management systems, technology services, and facilities-maintenance services.

Job Title:                             Electrical BIM Detailer

Department:                       Operation Services

Location:                                     Los Alamitos, California

Reports to:                         Director of Field Operations 

FLSA Status:                       Exempt

Work Authorization:                 United States (Required)

About Us:

KDC Inc. and KDC Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, operations and maintenance. KDC Inc. is a leader in complex, fully integrated design/build electrical services. Our project teams include specialists in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of tele-data communications, audio/video, process control, building management and fire/safety installations.

SUMMARY:

KDC Inc. and KDC Systems are seeking an experienced Electrical BIM Detailer. Electrical BIM Detailer will translate architectural and engineering designs into highly detailed 3D models and precise shop drawings. They collaborate with contractors to ensure accurate builds, manage component inventories, and resolve structural clashes before construction begins. With preconstruction services on the rise, strong knowledge of CAD technologies is a must for a trade contracting company to compete in the current market.  KDC uses the latest BIM technologies such as AutoCAD MEP, Revit, Navisworks and Bluebeam for BIM detailer.  The ideal candidate combines technical electrical knowledge with strong BIM skills and thrives in a collaborative project environment. We are looking for a self-starting, detailed, organized BIM detailer who is a team player with good communication skills. Field Foreman experience is highly desirable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working within a project team to develop strategies for BIM execution on medium and large commercial and industrial projects
• 3D & 2D drafting of electrical systems
• Coordination of electrical systems with Architectural, Structural, HVAC, Plumbing, and fire protection systems
• Quality control of all PDF documents sent to the field for installation purposes
• Communication with project team to issue field deliverables in timely manner
• Any other duties as assigned/needed

PREFERRED SKILLS and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years field electrical experience – Field Foreman experience highly desirable
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and project specifications
• 2 years detailing experience
• Solid understanding of Revit & AutoCAD, professional training preferred but not required
• Ability to use Navisworks Manage for clash coordination
• Ability to communicate and work within a team
• Revit experience is a plus
• Bluebeam experience is a plus
• Basic use of email (Lotus Notes), Windows operating system, and Microsoft Office

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)
• Familiarity with Revit & AutoCAD, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs.
• Familiarity with project management/document control software.
• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES:

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit or stand for long periods in front of a computer and travel to field locations as needed.

While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

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We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Compensation Range:   $55,000-$85,000

BENEFITS:

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, EMCOR Group is committed to its employees. This commitment is embodied in our competitive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, as well as flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability income, 401(k) Savings Plans, and employee assistance and wellness programs.

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