Truss Design Manager

A Carter Lumber Truss Design Manager is responsible for setting the example and providing direction in the operation of designing plans for quoting and production of various components including roof trusses, floor trusses. This is accomplished by ensuring drawings are produced accurately and timely based off blueprints provided by customers. Requires knowledge of commonly used framing concepts and practices within the construction industry. Effective communication with the field, internal departments and external vendors is mandatory for the success of this position. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary for this position.

Requirements

• 10-15 years in MiTek
• Previous management experience in the building material industry preferred.
• Knowledgeable in the basic aspects of construction.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledgeable in reading architectural and structural plans.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities.
• Strong work knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Staff Management

• Responsible for setting the direction and managing areas of employment such as hiring, communication, motivation, discipline, separation, and other areas. Ensures goals are outlined for employees and are met.

Designing

• Creates design illustrations based on blueprints to produce working drawings for fabrication. Completes and finalizes designs for production and assembly. Evaluates designs to ensure that design standards are being met.

Analyzes and Troubleshoots

• Reviews and analyzes specifications, blueprints, engineered drawings and related designs to determine factors affecting design of the wall, truss and engineered wood components.

Support

• Communicates with production teams, customers, and Store Managers to ensure designs are accurate throughout the process. Assists stores in responding to questions/concerns from customers.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!

Originally posted on Himalayas