Planning/Layout/Design Specialist

Lighthouse Electric Co. • Canonsburg, PA

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About The Position

The Planning/Layout/Design Specialist supports project planning, layout, design, coordination, and prefabrication. The role requires thorough knowledge of electrical systems, construction documents, and quality construction practices. The specialist works with project personnel and maintains professional relationships with designers, owners, and subcontractors; supports preconstruction, prefabrication, and construction teams; and helps ensure project layouts meet company standards while improving quality and labor efficiency.

The position involves creating detailed layout drawings and bills of materials, reviewing material submittals against project requirements, and educating field personnel about layout and design processes. The specialist also identifies opportunities to improve standards and workflows. Work may take place in an office or active jobsite, with primarily local business-day travel and some possible out-of-area or overnight travel. Pre-employment drug screening and a background check are conditions of employment, and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of field construction experience or a bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Experience collaborating with a team.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding all forms of construction documents.
• Ability to interpret 2D plans and provide input to a 3D model.
• Willingness to learn and efficiently use software such as BIM360, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel and Outlook, Navisworks, Revit, and file-sharing platforms.
• Problem-solving ability and a strong sense of urgency.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to continued learning and development.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen; a drug screen and background check are conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular contact with project personnel and professional relationships with designers, owners, and subcontractors.
• Outline job specifications and review material submittals for project requirements.
• Support preconstruction, prefabrication, and construction teams with electrical, systems, and construction-related issues.
• Assist in creating detailed bills of materials.
• Educate field personnel on layout and design processes and support project efforts.
• Create detailed layout drawings in accordance with company standards.
• Seek ways to improve quality and achieve labor savings through layout efforts.
• Communicate ideas for continuous improvement in standards and workflows.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with a 5% company match.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off.
• Annual performance reviews.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan: employees have a stake in the company, which is 30% employee-owned through the ESOP.
• Career development and opportunities for promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level