Bim Designer

About the role

The BIM Designer models complex electrical systems for mission-critical projects using Revit and related tools, producing accurate and constructible shop drawings for field installation. This role sets up Revit views and sheets, coordinates with other trades in 3D, and collaborates closely with a remote team of modelers while working on-site.

Responsibilities

• Model electrical systems in Revit based on markup drawings and verbal direction provided by electrical detailers.
• Set up Revit views, sheets, browser structure, schedules, filters, and other Revit elements in preparation for shop drawings.
• Build 3D electrical models independently and support 3D coordination with other trades.
• Annotate and dimension shop drawings to clearly communicate design intent for field installation.
• Utilize Bluebeam Revu software to markup PDF drawings and communicate design changes and clarifications with team members.
• Prepare copies and assemble sets of documents for transmittal to project stakeholders.
• Download and organize drawings and project information from web-based platforms such as SharePoint, FTP sites, BIM360, and other project websites.
• Check all completed work for accuracy and completeness before passing it on to others.
• Collaborate closely with a larger remote VDC/modeling team to ensure consistent standards and coordinated deliverables.
• Apply knowledge of electrical symbols, standards, and design practices to ensure models and drawings meet project requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a BIM Designer.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience modeling electrical systems.
• High proficiency in Revit (approximately 8/10), including the ability to manipulate families, views, browser structure, sheets, schedules, filters, and similar functions.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam Revu (approximately 7/10) for PDF markup and collaboration.
• Experience working on mission-critical projects such as data centers, high-tech facilities, or semiconductor projects.
• Experience as or with an electrical designer and a strong understanding of electrical symbols and standards.
• Experience with BIM and construction workflows, including 3D coordination with other trades.
• Ability to independently build accurate and detailed 3D models in Revit.
• Ability to follow markups and verbal direction from electrical detailers and translate them into precise BIM models and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to checking one’s own work for accuracy.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) in Drafting and Design or a closely related field is preferred.
• Experience working on data center and other mission-critical environments.
• Comfort using web-based collaboration and file-sharing platforms such as SharePoint, FTP sites, and BIM360.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with remote team members.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple drawings, models, and document sets.
• Interest in continuing to develop Revit, BIM, and electrical design expertise.

Skills

• Knowledge of electrical symbols, standards, and design practices.
• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu.
• Experience with mission-critical projects.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Collaboration and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid term life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and company contribution.
• Paid time off accrual of up to 120 hours in a full year.
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $38.00/hr. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

Work Environment

This is an on-site role based in an office in Mesa with a standard 8-hour workday starting at 7:00 a.m. The BIM Designer will be the sole VDC team member physically located in the Mesa office, collaborating closely with a larger team of approximately 30 modelers based in Portland through digital communication and shared project platforms such as SharePoint, FTP sites, and BIM360. The environment is professional and technology-driven, with daily work focused on Revit, Bluebeam Revu, and other BIM and construction-related tools. The role involves typical office-based work at a computer workstation, producing and coordinating digital models and drawings for mission-critical projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.