Design Supervisor Design - Indirect

Builders FirstSource • Arlington, WA

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About The Position

We are Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You’ll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels.

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 approve drawings. Trains new designers.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• 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.
• Knowledge of wood frame construction.
• Must demonstrate 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

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.
• 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. Provide leadership and guidance to coach, motivate, and lead team members to their optimum performance levels and career development.

Benefits

• In addition to the base wage listed, team members are also eligible to earn an additional incentive subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law. Eligibility and the amount of the incentive varies based on the terms and conditions of the locations’ active incentive plan for the respective year.
• At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees