Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. · 11 hours ago
Pre-Planning Specialist
Henderson, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expSturgeon Electric Company, Inc. has been providing electrical construction services since 1912. The Pre-Planning Specialist will focus on optimizing project execution through constructability reviews, prefab strategies, and integration with BIM and project teams to enhance overall project outcomes.
CommercialConstructionElectrical DistributionService Industry
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Jerod M. Smith
Responsibilities
Review all awarded projects over $6M for constructability and prefab opportunities
Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to determine the most efficient methods of installation
Develop detailed build plans outlining project sequencing, labor strategies, material flow, and tool requirements
Identify standard products, methods, and assemblies that should be used on each project
Review specifications and prepare spec cheat sheets prior to takeoff and planning
Analyze project scopes, BIM models, and historical prefab catalogs to identify prefabrication opportunities
Collaborate with estimators and project managers to establish prefab goals during early project stages
Define project-specific prefab deliverables, including racks, kits, assemblies, and skids
Attend BIM kickoff meetings and coordination sessions
Perform BIM markups to highlight prefabrication opportunities, field constraints, and installation sequencing
Translate coordinated BIM outputs into buildable prefab spool packages and shop drawings
Verify constructability of the model before spooling and releasing drawings to the prefab shop
Act as the primary liaison between project teams and the prefab shop
Track the status of prefab assemblies and ensure timely delivery to the field
Develop visual workflows and dashboards to monitor prefab progress and implementation
Build, maintain, and expand the company’s internal Prefab Catalog (fixtures, racks, whips, trapeze, conduit bends, assemblies, etc.)
Integrate standard methods and products into each project plan to improve repeatability and reduce variability
Manage a virtual ordering portal for project managers and field foremen
Establish usage standards for assemblies to improve estimating predictability and project consistency
Identify opportunities for grouped material buyouts across multiple projects
Collaborate with procurement on kit-based purchasing strategies for prefab assemblies
Package project material BOMs with prefab deliverables to improve pricing, staging, and logistics
Create and maintain internal SOPs and workflows for prefab planning and execution
Define clear handoffs between estimating, preconstruction, BIM, prefab, field, and procurement teams
Lead lessons-learned sessions and integrate continuous improvement feedback into workflows
Partner with project leadership to facilitate the Enhanced Kickoff meeting process
Present prefab opportunities, build plans, and standard methods at kickoff and pre-install meetings
Support field teams in understanding and implementing prefab and installation strategies
May be required to travel to project locations in Colorado
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completion of an electrical construction apprentice program or holder of a valid state electrician license/certification or 4 years field experience as a journeyman electrician, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Revit experience and detailed understanding of its processing including setting up and maintaining jobs, files, families, schedules and work sets
Experience in 4D modeling
Minimum 5 years of experience in construction planning, detailing, or BIM coordination
Minimum 5 years of experience in the electrical construction industry
Advanced knowledge of electrical systems construction and maintenance
Proficiency with BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD) and spool drawing production
Working level knowledge and understanding of construction drawings, installation methods, and prefab workflows
Solid knowledge of standard products, assemblies, and industry best practices
Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to analyze drawings and specifications and recommend constructability improvements
Solid knowledge of electric system components and construction
Knowledge of NEC electrical codes
Preferred
High school diploma or GED
Degree in Construction Management, Design, Engineering, Planning, or similar discipline; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo - (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%; immediate vesting, and Annual profit-sharing potential.
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
Company-paid short and long-term disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Various voluntary plans available including supplemental vision, accident and critical illness, ID theft, group legal, group auto & home, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employee and dependents.
Company
Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.
Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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