Virtual Design Construction Designer

Overview

Take Charge of Your Career  Interstates, we don’t just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we deliver award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you’re bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work.

We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you’ll feel at home here.

The “Virtual Designer” will lead project implementation of Virtual Design Construction technology and related processes. The Virtual Designer acts as the contact between the field, business units, and the corporate office. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential. This position has the potential to be remote.

• Complete the conceptual design package using design software in coordination with project leaders, following set standards and best practices.
• Recommend electrical and automation practices by analyzing past projects, electrical codes, and best practices.
• Resolve issues by collaborating with project leaders and presenting effective solutions.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, and project teams through onsite or virtual meetings to review project scope, schedules, and prefabrication opportunities.
• Mentor team members through developmental delegation, reviewing deliverables, and providing feedback.
• Set project direction by documenting scope and establishing the deliverable schedule.
• Assess project risks and opportunities to implement design strategies using VDC software.
• Gather project information and communicate updates to all impacted team members.

• Maintains a particular design standard and provides input on other standards.
• Reviews prefabrication or modeling impacts to the project and potential return on investment.
• Works in conjunction with manufacturing and construction teams to ensure schedules are met.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

A high school diploma or an associate degree (A.A., A.S.) in a relevant field such as Engineering Technology, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline from a two-year community college or technical college is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Candidates should have 4–10 years of experience in virtual design and construction, technical modeling, or a similar role, preferably within the electrical industry.

Equivalent combinations of education and extensive relevant experience will also be considered. Ideal candidates will have advanced skills in virtual modeling software, a strong understanding of construction documentation, and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to support complex design processes. Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) standards and advanced project coordination is preferred.

Travel will be required and will vary according to business requirements. Travel should not exceed 35% of your time.

The pay range for this position is $68,000 to $93,500 plus benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by the experience and education required, and level of responsibility. The range posted for this role represents a range that Interstates believes it is willing to pay at the time of this posting. The pay is determined by job-related skills, training, education, and experience.

September 30, 2025. In alignment with Colorado state regulations, we encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by September…