Pre-Construction Electrical Virtual Design Specialist (Kansas City, MO)Burns & McDonnell

Not-remote
Total comp
Expected total yearly pay with bonus and equity at target, including any base pay.
Salary
Kansas City, MO

Job Summary

Description

The Pre-Construction Electrical Virtual Design Specialist is a critical part of our pre-construction team that leverages 3D modeling software by applying Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) principles to influence the design and construction of large-scale power generation plants. This position will be responsible for creating and coordinating constructible 3D electrical models to ensure projects are built efficiently, on schedule, and to Burns & McDonnell standards.

Develop and manage detailed 3D models for Above Grade Raceway (AGR), including conduits, channel trays, and equipment, to define and coordinate space in the design model.
Generate clear and accurate drawing deliverables for construction work packs.
Maintain and update the bill of materials (BOM) for raceway and cable quantities, identifying opportunities for prefabrication, kitting, and optimized cable pulls.
Work with design teams to leverage BIM tools for early cost modeling.
Apply your hands-on industry knowledge to provide critical constructability input to electrical designers and engineers, ensuring cost-effective and buildable designs.
Drive the development of project schedules for the AGR effort and monitor progress to identify opportunities for schedule improvements.
Act as a key document reviewer for constructability and value analysis, analyzing historical cost data and reviewing vendor submittals.
Identify potential risk factors and review variance reports to clearly identify changes to the project estimate.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with construction counterparts, prefabrication shops, and project engineering teams.
Provide clear and concise scopes of work to all subcontractors, vendors, and trade partners.
Assist in the transition from the pre-construction team to the project execution team, coordinating meetings and supporting procurement as needed.
Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.
Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED and 7 years Commercial/Industrial Electrical field and/or Electrical detailing experience required.
Proven experience in the electrical industry with a strong background in one or more of the following: electrical construction/installation, electrical design, electrical detailing, or BIM/VDC preferred.
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and lay out complex raceway systems in a 3D environment.
Experience with overhead raceway planning, conduit sizing, and calculating conduit fill.
Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
FPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
Ability to read and interpret engineered drawing deliverables, P&IDs, and vendor drawing submittals.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, construction, and field personnel.
Computer proficiency with applications such as Bluebeam and the Microsoft Office Suite.
An Electrical Journeyman’s License preferred.
ProCommercial/Industrial Electrical field and/or Electrical detailing experience preferred.
Revit, Autocad or SmartPlant 3D preferred.