Fabrication Designer (Detailer)

Mercer Mass Timber; Penticton, Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer Mass Timber seeks a Fabrication Designer to create 3D models and shop drawings for Mass Timber projects. This role involves collaboration with clients, producing fabrication lists, and maintaining project data. Candidates should have a technical degree and at least two years of CAD experience, with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Fitness allowance

Competitive RRSP contribution plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in 3D modelling and CAD drafting.
• Experience in delivery of Mass Timber projects is an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute 3D models and 2D shop drawings.
• Produce accurate 'Issued For Fabrication' lists.
• Collaborate with clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma in CAD Technology, Civil Engineering, or similar

Tools

Cadwork

Revit

Tekla

MS Office

Job description

Reporting to the Director, Fabrication Design, you will play a crucial role in the creation of 3D models, shop drawings, lists, and CNC code, ensuring the seamless ordering, fabrication, assembly, shipping, and installation of Mass Timber materials. The Fabrication Designer will primarily use Cadwork to develop 3D models and 2D shop drawings. There may be opportunities to utilize other BIM software, such as Revit. This position has the option of reporting out of our Penticton, BC office or our head office in Vancouver, BC.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute 3D models and 2D shop drawings that are clean, accurate, and concise, meeting the scope, quality, and schedule requirements of each project.
• Produce accurate “Issued For Fabrication” (IFF) lists inclusive of glulam, CLT, hardware (screws, bolts, etc.), and steel connections for manufacturing and procurement purposes.
• Follow established company standard operating procedures and drafting standards to maintain consistency and quality.
• Maintain organized files and folders and ensure that all project data is properly tracked and archived for future reference.
• Review and confirm estimates for task completion hours and provide current status updates to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Identify and communicate potential issues that may impact project quality, cost, or schedule, and actively assist in rectifying them.
• Provide documentation and clarification for scope changes, following the company’s change management processes.
• Collaborate with clients and project stakeholders to address issues and challenges, following the direction of the Project Manager to maintain project alignment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Technical Degree or Diploma (Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology, Civil Engineering, or similar).
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in 3D modelling and CAD drafting. Equivalent experience in mass timber design, structural engineering, or construction will also be considered.
• Experience in the delivery of Mass Timber projects is considered an asset.
• Advanced computer skills with specific knowledge of software such as MS Office, Cadwork, Tekla, Revit, Revu, Procore, or other 3D BIM interfaces.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to work effectively in a team in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask

Salary & Benefits

• The salary for this position is $65,000 – $80,000. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits, in addition to a Health Care Spending Account and a fitness allowance.
• RRSP – We provide a competitive RRSP contribution plan, with base contributions made by Mercer which can be supplemented with personal contributions matched by the company up to a certain %.

Application Process

We look forward to receiving your resume with a cover letter by email to [e-mail]. Please include your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject line. The competition will remain open until we find the right candidate to join our team. Please note that relocation assistance will not be available.

We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information, please visit our website : www.mercerint.com.

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