SENIOR PROJECT DESIGNER

Cornerstone Timberframes; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Dental care

On-site parking

Paid time off

Job summary

Cornerstone Timberframes seeks an experienced design lead to drive conceptual and technical timber frame and mass timber design for commercial and institutional projects. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, clients, and builders to ensure a shared vision from concept to execution.

Lead a team of designers, develop internal design standards, and produce precise shop drawings and documents. A background in timber systems and CAD tools is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in architectural design/drafting or 5+ years of timber industry experience.
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• Experience leading large-scale projects ($5M+ in construction value).
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• Strong shop drawing and technical documentation skills.
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• Proficiency in SketchUp, Revit, or similar 3D modeling tools.
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• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.
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• Cadwork experience is a strong asset.
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• Experience with prefabricated building systems is an advantage.
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• A post-secondary education in Computer Aided Design, Architecture, or related field.
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• A detail-oriented, proactive mindset and excellent communication skills.
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• A collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Drive the conceptual and technical design of timber frame and mass timber commercial and institutional projects.
• Help evolve internal design standards and bring fresh ideas to timber practices.
• Produce and review detailed shop drawings and construction documents.
• Troubleshoot design challenges and ensure the highest standards of quality.
• Guide and mentor junior designers and drafters.
• Review work, share knowledge, and foster a culture of excellence.

Skills

Architectural design

Project leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Timber design concepts

Education

Post-secondary education in Computer Aided Design, Architecture, or related field

Tools

SketchUp

Revit

Cadwork

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Term: Full Time

Reporting to the: COMMERCIAL DESIGN LEAD

About Cornerstone Timberframes

June 1, 2026

Location: Kleefeld or Winnipeg, MB

Term: Full Time

Reporting to the: COMMERCIAL DESIGN LEAD

About Cornerstone Timberframes

For more than three decades, Cornerstone has been a trusted leader in mass timber and timber frame design. We’re a family-owned business with a team of innovative professionals who are passionate about sustainability, craftsmanship, and high-quality design.

From modern commercial buildings and public spaces to custom homes and heritage-inspired structures, our work blends timeless techniques with cutting-edge tools to create projects that truly stand out.

We’re proud to say our team is made up of energetic professionals doing exciting, meaningful work—and we’re intentional about building a company culture that’s fun, inclusive, and supportive. Whether it’s team BBQ’s, collaborative problem-solving, or just a good laugh on the shop floor, we believe that great work happens when people feel valued and connected.

What You’ll Do

Lead Innovative Design

• Drive the conceptual and technical design of timber frame and mass timber commercial and institutional projects
• Help evolve internal design standards and bring fresh ideas to timber practices

Collaborate Across Teams

• Work directly with architects, engineers, clients, and builders
• Coordinate with internal sales, estimating, production, and installation teams to align vision with execution

Execute with Precision

• Produce and review detailed shop drawings and construction documents
• Troubleshoot design challenges and ensure the highest standards of quality

Mentor & Support

• Guide and mentor junior designers and drafters
• Review work, share knowledge, and foster a culture of excellence

What You Bring

• 10+ years in architectural design/drafting or 5+ years of timber industry experience
• Experience leading large-scale projects ($5M+ in construction value)
• Strong shop drawing and technical documentation skills
• Proficiency in SketchUp, Revit, or similar 3D modeling tools
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite
• Cadwork experience is a strong asset
• Experience with prefabricated building systems is an advantage
• A post-secondary education in Computer Aided Design, Architecture, or related field
• A detail-oriented, proactive mindset and excellent communication skills
• A collaborative spirit

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be Part of a Growing Industry – Mass timber is transforming construction.
• Build Work You’re Proud Of – See your designs take shape across Canada and beyond.
• Young, Fun, Supportive Team – We work hard, support each other, and keep it fun.
• Career Growth & Mentorship – Learn, lead, and grow with a company on the rise.
• Location Flexibility – Winnipeg or Kleefeld, MB—or remote for the perfect candidate.
• Family-Owned with Big Vision – Join a team where your contributions matter.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person