Bim Coordinator

Job Title: BIM Coordinator Electrical Construction Job Description
This role focuses on leading the creation and coordination of 2D and 3D electrical models and drawings for complex commercial and data center projects in the Chicagoland area. You will use Autodesk Revit and Navisworks to develop accurate electrical models, support field installations, and collaborate closely with project teams and other trades to resolve clashes, maintain constructability, and ensure compliance with NEC and project specifications.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain detailed 2D and 3D electrical drawings and models to support field installations and overall project coordination.
- Read and interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical floor plans, sections, and elevations to accurately model electrical systems.
- Create precise 3D representations of electrical components, including conduits, cables, and equipment, for use in coordination and clash detection.
- Participate in coordination meetings with other sub-contractor trades to identify and resolve clashes while maintaining budget, constructability, and NEC code requirements.
- Collaborate with the engineer of record and project management staff to resolve design and constructability issues and to explain drawings to production and construction teams.
- Produce shop drawings, cross-sections of underground installations, conduits, cables, and other electrical systems to provide clear instructions for fabrication and installation crews.
- Review and update models and drawings based on field feedback, design changes, and coordination outcomes to ensure accuracy and constructability.
- Use Autodesk Revit and Autodesk Navisworks to perform model-based coordination, clash detection, and visualization of electrical systems.
- Support pre-construction and CAD teams by providing accurate models, drawings, and documentation for project planning and execution.
- Travel to various project sites in the Chicagoland area as required to support coordination, field verification, and project meetings.
- Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs in all aspects of design and coordination work.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support project delivery, BIM team initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
Essential Skills
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of professional, post-graduate experience in a BIM Coordinator role within the electrical construction space.
- Professional experience using Autodesk Revit for electrical modeling and coordination.
- Professional experience using Autodesk Navisworks for 3D coordination and clash detection.
- Demonstrated knowledge of 3D coordination workflows in a construction environment.
- Direct experience within electrical construction, including exposure to conduits, cables, and electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical floor plans, sections, and elevations.
- Ability to produce accurate 2D and 3D electrical drawings, shop drawings, and cross-sections for fabrication and installation.
- Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and coordination requirements.
- Ability to participate effectively in coordination meetings and collaborate with multiple trades.
- Ability to communicate clearly with engineers of record, project managers, and field teams to explain drawings and resolve issues.
- Professional-level Revit experience, specifically applied to electrical systems and construction projects.
- Working knowledge of NEC code considerations as they relate to constructability and coordination.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality in modeling and documentation.
- Ability to travel to project sites within the Chicagoland area as required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Electrical knowledge is highly preferred, including familiarity with electrical systems, conduits, cables, and related components.
- Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, or other model viewing and collaboration software is preferred.
- Experience working in a BIM team environment within commercial, light industrial, data center, hospital, or high-rise projects.
- Exposure to design-build and build-only project delivery methods in electrical construction.
- Familiarity with prefabrication workflows and how BIM supports fabrication and installation.
- Experience working with or supporting CAD departments and pre-construction teams.
- Interest in continuous learning related to BIM technologies, model-based coordination, and construction best practices.
Work Environment
The role is based in a commercial electrical construction environment that delivers a wide range of services, including new construction, maintenance, repair and retrofit, voice/data, and network and structured cabling across the Chicago metropolitan area. The organization has a strong focus on mission-critical and sustainability projects, including riser management, prefabrication, and complex electrical infrastructure. It operates with ISO 9001:2015 certification, supported by a comprehensive CAD department, a dedicated pre-construction division, RCDD-qualified network designers, and BICSI-certified installers, providing a structured and quality-driven setting for BIM professionals.

The company has extensive experience in commercial, light industrial, data center, hospital, and high-rise projects, with a current portfolio where approximately 90% of work is in the data center space. Electrical project sizes typically range from $30 million to $150 million on the electrical scope alone, and projects are located throughout the Chicagoland area. The BIM team currently consists of about seven members, within a broader Downers Grove office of approximately 150 employees, many of whom work in the field.

This is a 100% in-office position based in the Downers Grove area, with standard hours of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., including a 30-minute lunch break. After six months as a direct employee, there is an opportunity for two remote workdays per week, subject to company policies. The environment is highly collaborative and technology-focused, with regular use of Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Navisworks, and other construction technology platforms to support coordination and project delivery. The culture emphasizes quality, safety, coordination, and innovation in electrical construction, offering exposure to large, complex, and mission-critical projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Downers Grove, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $38.46/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Downers Grove,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026. 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.

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