Virtual Design Construction Specialist
3 days ago
New Albany
Job DescriptionSalary: Up to $50 per hour DOE Virtual Design Construction Specialist Lighthouse Electric | Full-Time | In Office| Canonsburg, PA About Lighthouse Electric At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings we power opportunity. For decades, weve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way safely, efficiently, and with integrity. We believe great companies are built by great people. Thats why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact. Here, youre not just another employee youre part of a crew that takes pride in powering whats next. Why Us Stability + Growth Established company with a strong backlog of major projects Impactful Work Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds Empowered Professionals We trust our experts to lead and innovate Team-First Culture Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success Strong Benefits Investment Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match Career Development We promote from within and value long-term growth If you want your work to matter and your expertise to be valued Lighthouse Electric is where you belong. Position Summary The Virtual Design Construction Specialist is responsible for carrying out assigned pre-construction tasks effectively and efficiently, while adhering to company standards and actively participating in continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities A VDC Specialist I is responsible for the following: • Produces, edits, and coordinates 3D object-oriented models, • Produces, annotates, and details fabrication and field installation shop drawings, • Participates in the development of, and provides feedback for, the continuous improvement of workflows and standard operating procedures, • Identifies model related issues to the project team, • Maintains regular contact with their project team, • Develops a basic knowledge of BIM software, 3D design, and construction documents, • Performs other duties as assigned by management A VDC Specialist II is responsible for VDC Specialist I activities and the following: • Acts as a mentor to newer team members, • Attends and participates in virtual construction, clash detection, and coordination meetings, • Seeks ways to infuse quality and labor savings into overall Building Information Modeling (BIM) efforts, • Assists in the development and continuous improvement of the company's BIM related goals, initiatives, and standards, • Assists in developing new ways to utilize model-based information in various phases of projects A VDC Specialist III is responsible for VDC Specialist I and II activities and the following: • Acts as a mentor/leader within projects teams and within the department as a whole, • Provides continuous peer feedback, evaluates current workflows for efficiency, and shares best practices to encourage personal and professional peer development, • Acts as the point of contact in virtual construction, clash detection, and coordination meetings, communicating and delegating pertinent information to the project team., • Develops and maintains professional relationships with designers, owners, and sub-contractors A VDC Specialist IV is responsible for VDC Specialist I, II and III activities and the following: • Participates in identifying and strategizing the execution of all project modeling requirements, • Ensures Revit project set up is correct and in line with company standards, • Creates, maintains, and ensures the accuracy of all BIM related schedules and bill of materials, • Maintains, monitors, and QCs the health of project BIM models, • Ensures all team members understand and adhere to assigned scope of work, project requirements, specs, deliverables, schedule, and department standards Qualifications Education • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in:, • Reading floor plans, sections, and elevations, • BIM360, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and Outlook, Navisworks, Revit, and file sharing platforms, • Above required for VDC II and higher, • Construction experience, • Effective interoffice collaboration, • Skilled problem-solving ability and a strong sense of urgency, • Efficient organizational and communication skills, • Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment Skills & Competencies • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with design or marketing tools (Canva, Adobe, or similar) is a plus., • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills., • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Compensation & Benefits • Competitive salary based on experience, • Company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, • Life and AD&D insurance, • 401(k) with 5% company match, • Paid Holidays, • Paid Time Off, • Annual performance reviews, • Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile projects Employee Stock Ownership Program: We don't just work for lighthouse-we own it. Lighthouse Electric is proudly 30% owned through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving employees a stake in our success. Ownership drives accountability, craftsmanship, and pride in in everything we build. Work Environment • Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone and video calls, • Ability to sit for long periods of time, • Must be able to stand, bend, lift and move intermittently, • Ability to withstand extended exposure to a computer monitor, which may at times be straining on the eyes, • Ability to carry up to 20 pounds, • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the physical demands Additional Requirements • Pre-employment drug screen required, • Must be authorized to work in the United States, • Travel is primarily local during the business day, • Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected Equal Opportunity Employer Lighthouse Electric Company, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources Department. Note:Chosen applicant will be subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment. For more details about our company, please visit ourwebsite,LinkedIn page,Facebook pageorVimeo Account.