Design Supervisor Design - Indirect

Purpose Assists the Design Manager in overseeing the work of the design team ensuring drawings are error free and completed on time. Schedules work assignments. Reviews and approves drawings. Trains new designers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Oversees the work of employees that are using computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks. Supervises daily layout of design work performed and ensures timely completion. Originates and checks layout and design drawings for structural wood products manufactured or supplied by the company. Reviews new orders and estimates completion time. Assigns appropriate design personnel to complete the work. Sets design pricing. Assists the truss technician to ensure the products supplied satisfy the goals of a Builders FirstSource design department – ensuring correct geometry, structural integrity, and economy. Records and tracks design errors per company policy. Holds meetings with designers to discuss any design issues and reach a solution to avoid errors in the future. Performs some layout and design work daily. Reviews the lead times of the design office and coordinates shifting of design work with other designers when required. Communicates with contractors, company sales representatives, and building designers as required to obtain information for timely drawing completion. Administers new employee training to ensure familiarity with company products and processes. Reviews work that is generated. Other duties may be assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises assigned employees including staff selection and training; planning, assigning and directing work; conducting performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Provides leadership and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development. Minimum Requirements Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; Or two (2) years related experience and/or training; Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous supervisory and design experience required. Level 3 design certification required. Competencies Knowledge of wood frame construction. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities. Strong knowledge of selling within building industry to maximize profit margins. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) program. Work Environment / Physical Activity While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit, and occasionally required to stand and/or walk. The employee is routinely required to lift up to 50 pounds. Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). Benefits: We offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening. #J-18808-Ljbffr Builders FirstSource