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VDC Designer III

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

Commonwealth Electric Company of the Midwest is a full-service electrical and low voltage contractor located in Arizona, Iowa, Nebraska, and Utah. With a Commitment to Excellence, Commonwealth uses a combination of disciplines, expertise, and our four core values (Customers, Employees, Character, and Mastery) to serve our customers with the highest quality of work. We employ hundreds of skilled employees nationwide, so if you are interested in becoming part of our team, keep on reading!

What We Offer:

  • Employee Ownership: A key component to our company culture is our sense of ownership. As employee owners, every team member has a stake in our success. Your hard work directly contributes to the growth and prosperity of the company, and you share in the rewards.
  • Benefits: Our people are our greatest asset. Because of this, Commonwealth offers our qualified employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to protect them and their families from the unknown.
  • Mentorship: We pair new team members with mentors who provide guidance, support, and valuable insights throughout your onboarding experience.
  • Career Development: Our people are what make Commonwealth great, and we are committed to your growth. With access to continuous learning opportunities and training programs, you can advance your career and stay at the forefront of industry innovations.
  • Leadership Development: We cultivate future leaders. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide opportunities for leadership development to provide you the tools and support you need to succeed.

Position Summary:

The Designer III will be able to create a model from customer or GC supplied model. Import Commonwealth content to have a working electrical model. Supervise other Designers assigned to project. This role interacts with various departments within the company as well as with other disciplines outside of the company.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Layout electrical equipment for field installation
  • Coordinate field installation drawings with project foremen
  • Create 3D models utilizing Autodesk Revit
  • Conduct clash detection and visual walkthroughs using Navisworks Manage
  • Audit and review models in Autodesk Revit
  • Attend weekly coordination meetings with project team members
  • Lead and supervise other Designers assigned to projects
  • Exemplify, promote and foster our purpose of Committed to Excellence through our Core Values of Customers, Employees, Character and Mastery
  • All other duties as assigned and required

Required Qualifications:

  • Knowledge and proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam
  • Thorough knowledge of electrical construction processes and procedures
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented and hard working
  • Effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all organizational levels
  • Advanced PC skills, specifically Microsoft Windows Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education and Experience:

  • At least 6 years relevant experience with progressive responsibilities including team management.
  • Associates degree in 3D Modeling OR journeyman electrician license preferred.

Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other status covered under the Equal Employment Opportunity Act. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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