Lead Constructability Specialist
ArchKey Solutions, San Jose, CA, United States
Lead Constructability Specialist
Location: San Jose, CA, United States
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Project Delivery
Description
Lead Constructability Specialist based in San Jose, CA. This senior role advances constructability practices across the enterprise, guiding planning, integration, and execution of constructability and prefabrication strategies on major projects. Ensures consistent standards across teams and mentors others in applying best-known methods. Acts as the bridge between field operations, engineering, VDC, and executive leadership to embed constructability in all design and construction stages.
Our Ideal Candidate
Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
Has strong knowledge of building codes as they relate to design.
Has strong communication skills and ability to support field electricians.
Day in the Life
Leads the constructability effort across large programs or multiple projects simultaneously.
Develops and/or reviews redlines and initial layouts to support field coordination and design validation.
Establishes enterprise-wide standards, workflows, and tools to ensure consistent application of constructability principles.
Serves as the top constructability resource for project executives, operations leadership, VDC teams, and prefabrication departments.
Influences design development during preconstruction and engineering to optimize safety, schedule, cost, and prefab.
Directs constructability input during milestone design reviews, targets value design workshops, and field coordination planning.
Supports constructability elements of project pursuits and interviews with clients and partners.
Partners with prefabrication leaders to drive scalable, assembly-driven design and modular construction across projects.
Helps develop prefab scopes, installation workflows, and field logistics that improve quality and labor productivity.
Ensures feedback loops from field and prefab operations are captured and used to enhance future designs.
Leads efforts to pilot and adopt new technologies or workflows that enhance constructability, such as model-to-fab solutions, AR/VR site validation, or AI-supported clash resolution.
Evaluates software and toolsets for constructability efficiency and standardization across teams.
Contributes to digital transformation initiatives related to design and construction integration.
Leads, mentors, and develops Constructability Specialists and Senior Specialists across business units and project teams.
Conducts training sessions, publishes guidelines, and shares best practices internally and externally.
Supports resource planning and team development to meet project demand.
Makes decisions in a safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others.
Utilizes LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodologies to ensure efficient operations, processes, and activities.
Promotes and models the Company mission, vision and values, championing DEI and providing high quality services to clients and partners.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma, or GED required.
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience as an electrician in electrical construction with significant time in field leadership, VDC/BIM coordination, or prefabrication.
Advanced proficiency with Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC, Revizto, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and fabrication modeling platforms. Revit familiarity a plus.
Expert level knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), construction methods, and electrical systems installation practices.
Prior involvement in corporate innovation initiatives, digital transformation, or construction technology adoption.
Recognized subject matter expert in constructability within the electrical or broader construction industry.
Active involvement in industry forums, trade organizations, or technical working groups.
Familiarity with Lean Construction, Target Value Design, and model-driven workflows.
Experience building and managing technical teams and supporting enterprise-level process improvement.
Strong influence and collaboration skills across all levels from field teams to executives.
Proven ability to standardize, scale, and improve constructability and prefab processes.
Effective communicator and change agent with a mindset for innovation and growth.
Adaptable, self-motivated, and proactive in seeking areas for improvement and innovation.
Skilled at providing constructive feedback and documenting coordination outcomes.
Travel
Days and hours are Monday through Friday with schedules set by management. Occasional evenings/weekends and travel to job sites may be required.
Salary Range
$132,000 - $158,400 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
ArchKey Solutions offers competitive health insurance options, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs.
Legal and Employment Notice
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. ArchKey Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity information is available upon request.
Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions communicates through official channels and will never ask for financial information outside of the standard hiring process.
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Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Project Delivery
Description
Lead Constructability Specialist based in San Jose, CA. This senior role advances constructability practices across the enterprise, guiding planning, integration, and execution of constructability and prefabrication strategies on major projects. Ensures consistent standards across teams and mentors others in applying best-known methods. Acts as the bridge between field operations, engineering, VDC, and executive leadership to embed constructability in all design and construction stages.
Our Ideal Candidate
Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
Has strong knowledge of building codes as they relate to design.
Has strong communication skills and ability to support field electricians.
Day in the Life
Leads the constructability effort across large programs or multiple projects simultaneously.
Develops and/or reviews redlines and initial layouts to support field coordination and design validation.
Establishes enterprise-wide standards, workflows, and tools to ensure consistent application of constructability principles.
Serves as the top constructability resource for project executives, operations leadership, VDC teams, and prefabrication departments.
Influences design development during preconstruction and engineering to optimize safety, schedule, cost, and prefab.
Directs constructability input during milestone design reviews, targets value design workshops, and field coordination planning.
Supports constructability elements of project pursuits and interviews with clients and partners.
Partners with prefabrication leaders to drive scalable, assembly-driven design and modular construction across projects.
Helps develop prefab scopes, installation workflows, and field logistics that improve quality and labor productivity.
Ensures feedback loops from field and prefab operations are captured and used to enhance future designs.
Leads efforts to pilot and adopt new technologies or workflows that enhance constructability, such as model-to-fab solutions, AR/VR site validation, or AI-supported clash resolution.
Evaluates software and toolsets for constructability efficiency and standardization across teams.
Contributes to digital transformation initiatives related to design and construction integration.
Leads, mentors, and develops Constructability Specialists and Senior Specialists across business units and project teams.
Conducts training sessions, publishes guidelines, and shares best practices internally and externally.
Supports resource planning and team development to meet project demand.
Makes decisions in a safe manner to ensure the safety and health of self and others.
Utilizes LEAN concepts or other continuous improvement methodologies to ensure efficient operations, processes, and activities.
Promotes and models the Company mission, vision and values, championing DEI and providing high quality services to clients and partners.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma, or GED required.
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience as an electrician in electrical construction with significant time in field leadership, VDC/BIM coordination, or prefabrication.
Advanced proficiency with Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC, Revizto, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and fabrication modeling platforms. Revit familiarity a plus.
Expert level knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), construction methods, and electrical systems installation practices.
Prior involvement in corporate innovation initiatives, digital transformation, or construction technology adoption.
Recognized subject matter expert in constructability within the electrical or broader construction industry.
Active involvement in industry forums, trade organizations, or technical working groups.
Familiarity with Lean Construction, Target Value Design, and model-driven workflows.
Experience building and managing technical teams and supporting enterprise-level process improvement.
Strong influence and collaboration skills across all levels from field teams to executives.
Proven ability to standardize, scale, and improve constructability and prefab processes.
Effective communicator and change agent with a mindset for innovation and growth.
Adaptable, self-motivated, and proactive in seeking areas for improvement and innovation.
Skilled at providing constructive feedback and documenting coordination outcomes.
Travel
Days and hours are Monday through Friday with schedules set by management. Occasional evenings/weekends and travel to job sites may be required.
Salary Range
$132,000 - $158,400 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
ArchKey Solutions offers competitive health insurance options, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off and holidays, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee assistance programs.
Legal and Employment Notice
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. ArchKey Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity information is available upon request.
Beware of fraudulent job postings. ArchKey Solutions communicates through official channels and will never ask for financial information outside of the standard hiring process.
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