What are the responsibilities and job description for the BIM Virtual Design Construction Lead position at Pieper Electric?
BIM Virtual Design Construction Lead
Pieper Electric Construction Services team is seeking a BIM Virtual Design & Construction Lead to play a key role in the modeling and coordination of electrical systems for large-scale construction projects.
In this senior-level position, you’ll take ownership of creating detailed 3D electrical models and contribute to the success of projects by working closely with the VDC Supervisor, project managers, field supervisors, and trade partners. This role is essential in ensuring accurate layouts, efficient coordination, and timely project delivery. You’ll also support the team with occasional 2D drafting, detailing, and Total Station point generation.
This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, technology-forward environment and is ready to take a leadership role in virtual design and construction.
Why work here? At Pieper Electric, we believe our people are our greatest asset—and we back that up with real support, meaningful benefits, and a culture of ownership.
100% Employee-Owned – As an owner, you have a direct stake in our success and a voice in our future.
No-Cost Healthcare – We cover the full premium for health, dental, and vision insurance—because your well-being matters.
Generous Time Off – Enjoy paid holidays and a flexible time off policy that supports work-life balance.
Professional Growth – We invest in our people with opportunities for advancement, development, and leadership.
Team-Oriented Culture – Work alongside collaborative teams that value quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
This is more than a job—it’s a place to grow, contribute, and thrive.
3D BIM Modeling:
Model 3D elements from start to finish for electrical work on construction projects within specified schedule.
Coordinate drawings with needs of project working with field supervisor a
Finish drawings per established project schedule
Provide final install drawings to project management for field personnel with limited supervision
Provide final as-built models to project management for general contractor for delivery to owner
Provide technical guidance and recommendations to less skilled VDC Team members as a back up to VDC Supervisor
Distribute task to less experienced VDC Team members assigned to a specific project with you
Software Maintenance and Knowledge:
Maintain all required software licenses required to complete work
Keep current of new software as becomes available to replace, supplement and enhance existing software programs in order to make work more effective
Create and utilize Revit families and templates
Provide recommendations on standard operating procedures within the team
Clash Detection and Resolution:
Individually resolve clashes with other trade and building models
Project Coordination Meetings:
Attend project coordination meetings with General Contractor, MEP Trade Contractors, Architect and Engineers as scheduled/required to keep current of project developments, milestones and timelines
Attend project coordination meetings described above, potentially as the exclusive representative, to work through and resolves clashes and model conflicts.
This position requires a detail oriented employee with a passion for creating 3D models. Must have a desire to work in a team-based environment and contribute immediately.
Associates degree in Architectural Technology or related construction degree (or construction experience) is preferred
5 years’ experience in Virtual Design Construction working with Revit and AutoCAD
Electrical contracting/construction experience preferred.
Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Navisworks, and Microsoft Suite software
Preferred experience in One Model and BlueBeam
Proficiency within the Microsoft Suite (Office 365 and One Drive included) is required
Pieper Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Disabled/Veterans/Females are encouraged to apply.
