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Project Designer 1

Alterman, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Assist project managers in designing, coordinating, and installing electrical projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • bom creation
  • manufacturing schedule
  • trimble layout
  • bim coordination
  • submittal review
  • rfi tracking

Tasks

-Assists in the distribution of drawings to the field. -Identifying and correcting safety violations as they occur. -Researches all plans, specifications, codes, and contract documents to ensure that design requirements are met. -Inputs tasks into Manufacturing Schedule. -Builds Bill of Materials and coordinates with Purchasing to place material orders with supervision. -Participating in Continuous Improvement (CI) activities. -Identifies pre-fabrication opportunities and coordinates with manufacturing. -Completing basic submittal reviews for lighting and lighting control (simple) installation and miscellaneous material. -Prepares branch power layout and build sheets, basic lighting layout with controls, and basic in-wall rough in layout and build sheets. -Creates equipment / panel directories, equipment tags, cable markers and device plates. -Coordinates with logistics and onsite foreman to ensure successful installation. -Completing the Specification Review Guide. -Assisting with the schedule of values. -Assisting in the completion of “as built” and/or record drawings. -Assisting in the preparation of information for coordination studies. -Assisting in the document control process including writing and tracking of requests for information (RFIs) and their responses. -Coordinates Trimble point layouts and coordinates with BIM Technicians for entering design into model. -Coordinates with contractors and subcontractors to assist in the development of a project schedule. -Reporting safety violations to the Safety Director, Project Manager and/or division manager.

Requirements

  • revit
  • navisworks
  • autocad
  • procore
  • journeyman license
  • collaboration

What You Bring

-Office environment with occasional travel to jobsites required. -Basic computer skills (Microsoft Suite) and able to learn and use related software and systems including, but not limited to, Revit, Navisworks, Procore, GTP Stratus, Smartsheet, Zoom, Blue Beam, Autodesk, and AutoCAD. -Must be able to occasionally stand, walk, climb, balance, crouch or crawl, stoop, and kneel. -Must be able to safely maneuver in a construction environment. -Must have working knowledge of electrical systems, appropriate codes, and industry standards. -Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. -Strong effective reasoning and judgment skills. -Solid written and verbal communication skills with the ability to integrate into a construction environment. -Must be able to talk and hear. -Close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception are required. -Must be able to use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; must be able to reach with hands and arms. Manual dexterity associated with computer data entry required. -Journeyman Electrician License required. -Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. -Able to demonstrate knowledge of current National Electrical Codes as well as local and state electrical codes. -Must be able to frequently sit. -Must be able to safely operate a vehicle to travel to and from job sites. -Able to read, interpret and understand contract documents, plans, specifications, and requirements. -Basic understanding of electrical systems.

The Company

About Alterman, Inc.

-Began as a family-rooted electrical contractor shaping early Texas landmarks. -Evolved to include in-house design/build, fast-track construction, BIM, and 24/7 service. -Expanded from local electrical work to systems like voice/data communication, video surveillance, and access control. -Typical projects range from commercial and industrial facilities to infrastructure and healthcare systems across Texas. -Employee-owned structure drives a culture of commitment and safety, earning repeated industry recognition. -Forms joint ventures for complex data center builds and handles alternative energy installations for LEED projects. -Headquartered in San Antonio with operations in Austin, serving clients across Commercial, Industrial, Energy, Infrastructure, and Healthcare sectors.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Industrial

Data Centers

Healthcare Buildings

Waste Water Treatment

Utilities

Outdoor Substation Work

Service and Special Projects

Data-Communication

Preconstruction Services

Design

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

HVAC/Industrial Controls

Construction Services

Technologies

Pre-Planning/Project Support