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Electrical VDC Detailer III

Upgrade Resources is a boutique executive recruiting and placement agency that connects top talent with opportunities across mechanical, industrial, sales, and electrical utility construction sectors.

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Employee count: 11-50

Salary: 104k-129k USD

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Job Title: Electrical VDC Detailer III

Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $50.00 - $62.00 hourly

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with one of the nation's largest mechanical and electrical contracting firms, with more than 75 years of experience delivering innovative HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and electrical solutions. The company specializes in major construction projects for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, life sciences facilities, and high-rise commercial buildings, earning a reputation for safety, precision, and high-quality workmanship.

The company fosters a collaborative, growth-focused culture where employees refine their skills, share knowledge, and advance within a supportive team environment.

Role Overview

The Electrical VDC Detailer will focus on producing fabrication-level BIM models, shop drawings, spool sheets, and installation drawings for major electrical systems to support field installation and prefabrication efforts. This role is electrical-centric, serving as a technical lead who provides guidance to less experienced detailers and helps drive coordination across disciplines.

The role works closely with project managers, engineers, field supervisors, and fabrication teams to ensure electrical systems are coordinated, install-ready, and aligned with project schedules. This is a fully remote position with a nationwide team.

Core Responsibilities

  • Develop Revit-based field installation shop drawings, prefabrication build drawings, details, and spool sheets for electrical construction projects
  • Create and maintain detailed Revit models for electrical systems aligned with company BIM standards and project specifications
  • Produce accurate shop drawings, spool drawings, and fabrication-level details directly from models
  • Coordinate models across multiple disciplines including architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and other MEP trades
  • Manage clash detection and coordination using Navisworks with an emphasis on electrical constructability
  • Support prefabrication and modular delivery by generating install-ready details and collaborating with fabrication teams
  • Incorporate markups, RFIs, and as-built changes into models to maintain accuracy through project closeout
  • Ensure version control and timely distribution of model updates to all stakeholders
  • Serve as a technical lead to less experienced Detailers, delegating work and providing coaching and performance feedback
  • Assist in developing and improving internal BIM standards, templates, and workflows
  • Provide constructability feedback during design-assist and design-build projects and collaborate with estimating and procurement teams when needed
  • Attend and participate in construction meetings, coordination meetings, and project reviews as required

Required Background

  • 5+ years experience working for an electrical contractor or MEP firm in a BIM or VDC capacity
  • Completed trade apprenticeship program or equivalent experience
  • Proficiency with Autodesk Revit MEP (Electrical) and Navisworks
  • Demonstrated experience detailing electrical systems including conduit, cable tray, panels, switchgear, and distribution
  • Prior experience producing spool sheets, shop drawings, and fabrication-level details for electrical prefabrication
  • Solid understanding of electrical construction methods, prefabrication workflows, and field installation
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, structural, and architectural drawings and specifications
  • Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and relevant local, state, and international electrical codes
  • Knowledge of BIM standards, clash detection processes, and levels of development (LOD 300–400)
  • Current knowledge of electrical trades and field installation methods
  • Ability to train less experienced Detailers and direct their workflow
  • Strong communication skills to coordinate with engineers, field teams, and fabrication shops
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced project environment
  • Hyperscale data center, hospital, or life sciences project experience
  • Evolve Electric or similar electrical-specific BIM tools (Preferred)
  • Trimble Total Station or field layout experience (Preferred)
  • Prior experience as an electrical foreman or general foreman before moving into VDC (Preferred)
  • Experience with low-voltage, fire alarm, tel/data, or security systems (Preferred)
  • Bilingual English and Spanish (Preferred)

Compensation & Perks

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability
  • Term life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
  • Fully remote work – work from anywhere in the U.S.
  • Path for advancement into senior VDC and leadership roles

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Salary: 104k-129k USD

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5 years minimum

Experience accepted in place of education

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About Upgrade Resources

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Upgrade Resources was founded with a clear purpose: to solve the challenge of finding skilled talent in specialized industries where expertise truly makes the difference. As a specialized recruiting and executive placement agency, the firm connects skilled professionals with top companies across Commercial Mechanical, Workforce Sales, Industrial Operations, and Electrical Utility Construction sectors.

The company's mission goes beyond simply filling positions. At Upgrade Resources, successful recruiting is about creating lasting partnerships that benefit both employers and professionals. The firm helps businesses grow stronger by identifying and placing the right professionals quickly and efficiently, while also guiding professionals toward meaningful career opportunities where their skills are valued and their careers can flourish.

Operating as a boutique executive recruiting firm, Upgrade Resources offers tailored services for both employers and candidates. For employers, they provide direct placement, niche skill recruitment, and confidential search services. For candidates, they offer career coaching, resume and profile support, and confidential job search assistance. The firm's deep expertise spans industries including skilled trades, HVAC, plumbing, building systems, sales leadership, logistics, engineering, warehouse operations, safety leadership, and electrical utility construction including transmission, substation, and high-voltage projects.

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