Design Technologist

Pacific Homes; Langford; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Company pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Pacific Truss-Homes in Cobble Hill, BC is seeking a Design Technologist to oversee the design process for residential projects, coordinating among design, sales, site and shipping. This role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, issue resolution, and timely deliverables, with knowledge of structural principles and building codes, and proficiency in REVIT, MiTek, SketchUp.

Candidate should have a post-secondary diploma in architectural technology, at least 3 years in residential wood frame

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma/degree in architectural technology or building technology.
• Must have well developed knowledge of REVIT and 3D rendering software.
• Proficiency in MiTek
• Knowledge of SketchUp
• Direct work experience (minimum 3 years) in residential wood frame house design with a comprehensive knowledge of detailing and ability to interpret building codes.
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Passionate self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously with a demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated effective deadline management and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in translating the client's vision into a tangible design approach.
• Liaise with clients to develop design approaches that exceed customer expectations.
• Help ensure projects progress through the design process and are released to production within established timelines.
• Conceive creative concepts in response to client needs, translating such concepts into visual formats.
• Provide technical and creative guidance as required.
• Identify and offer solutions to complex design challenges as they present themselves.
• Coordinate design revisions and communicate technical information and changes clearly and efficiently to relevant stakeholders.
• Review and interpret architectural drawings, structural engineering drawings, and shop drawings to ensure design accuracy and constructability.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings as required to clarify design details, address outstanding issues, and support timely project completion.

Skills

Communication

Project coordination

Deadline management

Independent work

Education

Post-secondary diploma/degree in architectural technology or building technology

Tools

REVIT

MiTek

SketchUp

3D rendering software

Job description

Pacific Truss-Homes
Cobble Hill, BC V8H 0H9, CAN

Description

We are seeking a skilled Design Technologist to join our team. Design Technologist is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the design process for Pacific Homes projects (mainly residential construction) by ensuring clear communication between design, sales, site, and shipping. Unlike a typical design role, the Design Technologist role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, issue resolution, and maintaining the quality and timing of deliverables. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of structural principles, design software, and building codes. Has the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in the translation of the client's vision into a tangible design approach.
• Liaise with clients, to develop design approaches that exceed customer expectations.
• Help ensure projects progress through the design process and are released to production within established timelines.
• Conceive creative concepts in response to client needs, translating such concepts into visual formats.
• Provide technical and creative guidance as required.
• Identify and offer solutions to complex design challenges as they present themselves.
• Coordinate design revisions and communicate technical information and changes clearly and efficiently to relevant stakeholders.
• Review and interpret architectural drawings, structural engineering drawings, and shop drawings to ensure design accuracy and constructability.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings as required to clarify design details, address outstanding issues, and support timely project completion.

Knowledge/Experience

• Post-secondary diploma / degree in architectural technology or building technology
• Must have well developed knowledge of REVIT and 3D rendering software.
• Proficiency in MiTek
• Knowledge of SketchUp
• Direct work experience (minimum 3 years) in residential wood frame house design with a comprehensive knowledge of detailing and ability to interpret building codes.
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Passionate self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously with a demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated effective deadline management and project management skills.

Pay : $24.00 - $30.80

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company pension plan, and paid time off. Our program is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security.