Design Manager

DMC Recruitment; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DMC Recruitment has been retained to manage this search for a Design Manager specializing in roof trusses and engineered floor systems. Based in Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta, this full-time role leads the design team and oversees project priorities in a busy manufacturing environment.

You will mentor designers, coordinate with Sales, Estimating, Production and customers, ensure designs meet codes, and drive process improvements while maintaining high quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong experience designing roof trusses and engineered floor systems.
• Leadership or team-lead experience within a component manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of wood-frame construction, building plans and structural design.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop a team of roof truss and floor system designers.
• Manage design schedules, workload and project priorities across the department.
• Assign projects based on complexity, timelines and designer capabilities.
• Review designs for accuracy, constructability and compliance with codes and engineering requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on complex residential, multifamily and commercial projects.
• Support designers with troubleshooting, design challenges and customer revisions.
• Establish design standards, quality-control processes and best practices.
• Monitor department performance, turnaround times and project accuracy.
• Collaborate with Sales and Estimating to review scope, pricing and customer expectations.
• Coordinate with Production to ensure designs are ready for manufacturing.

Skills

Roof truss design

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Tools

Simpson Strong-Tie

MiTek

Alpine

Job description

Design Manager - Roof Trusses & Floor Systems
Location: Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
The Opportunity
Our client is an established and growing manufacturer of roof trusses and engineered floor systems. They are looking for an experienced Design Manager to lead their design team and support the continued growth of the business.
This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who understands component design, enjoys developing people and can keep projects moving through a busy production environment.
You will oversee the day-to-day performance of the design department, manage workflow and priorities, review complex projects and work closely with Sales, Estimating, Production and customers.
The ideal candidate has strong experience designing roof trusses and floor systems and is ready to step into a leadership role. Experienced Design Managers and senior designers who have mentored others and are ready for their next career step are encouraged to apply.
DMC Recruitment has been retained to manage this search. All applications and conversations will be handled confidentially.
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What You’ll Do

• Lead, support and develop a team of roof truss and floor system designers
• Manage design schedules, workload and project priorities across the department
• Assign projects based on complexity, timelines and designer capabilities
• Review designs for accuracy, constructability and compliance with applicable building codes and engineering requirements
• Provide technical guidance on complex residential, multifamily and commercial projects
• Support designers with troubleshooting, design challenges and customer revisions
• Establish consistent design standards, quality-control processes and best practices
• Monitor department performance, turnaround times and project accuracy
• Work closely with Sales and Estimating to review project scope, pricing assumptions and customers expectations
• Coordinate with Production to ensure designs are practical, complete and ready for manufacturing
• Communicate with builders, contractors, engineers and internal teams to resolve technical issues
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training and performance development within the design team
• Identify opportunities to improve design workflows, software utilization and departmental efficiency
• Help build a collaborative environment focused on quality, accountability and customer service

What You Bring

• Strong experience designing roof trusses and engineered floor systems
• Previous leadership, supervisory or team-lead experience within a component manufacturing environment
• Senior designers with strong mentoring and workflow-management experience will also be considered
• A thorough understanding of wood-frame construction, building plans and structural component design
• Experience reviewing architectural and structural drawings
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering requirements and industry standards
• The ability to review complex designs and provide practical technical direction
• Strong planning, organization and project-prioritization skills
• The ability to manage deadlines and changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, designers, salespeople, engineers and production teams
• A leadership style focused on mentorship, accountability and continuous improvement

Software Experience

Experience with Simpson Strong-Tie component design software is a strong asset. Candidates with experience using other recognized truss and floor design platforms, including MiTek, Alpine or comparable software, are also encouraged to apply. Training may be provided for the right candidate with strong component design experience.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Take ownership of an established design department
• Lead and develop a team of experienced component designers
• Work on a variety of residential, multifamily and commercial projects
• Play an important role in improving design quality, workflow and customer service
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Estimating, Engineering and Production
• Join a growing organization with opportunities to influence how the department develops
• Choose to be based in either Edmonton or Calgary