Architectural Design Manager

Established in 1964, Northlander Industries has become a leader in crafting high quality Park Model homes across the country. At Northlander, we continue to maintain the highest levels of professionalism and integrity, in our relationships with our dealers, suppliers, customers, contractors and employees. Over the years, Northlander has been committed and focused on the longevity of our family-owned company, through repeat and referral business achieved by customer satisfaction in all areas including quality control, design innovations, attention to detail and our service minded attitudes.

We are currently seeking an experienced Drafting Manager to lead our talented team of drafters. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will lead our team of talented drafters and coordinate accurate and timely delivery of residential/ home building drawings. This is a face-pace environment with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Leads and supports the drafting department
• Reviews all working drawings, work orders, HVAC, plumbing etc. to ensure overall accuracy, timeliness and consistency of all blueprints
• Establish deadlines, develop goals and determine production standards
• Identify process deficiencies and initiate necessary changes as appropriate
• Organize timelines for drawings and assign to appropriate drafting technician
• Understand and evaluate errors on blueprints in conjunction with production department
• Champion new product development
• Work with production to identify process and design improvements that will help to maximize production efficiency
• Ensure overall maintenance and upkeep of CNC and CAD libraries
• Other duties as required

Skills & Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of residential building construction practices
• Part 9 of the Ontario Building Code would be preferred
• Understanding of standard drafting practices, related industry standards and able to follow, implement and improve company design and drafting standards and requirements
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong management skills to ensure timely and accurate completion of project deliverables
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong communication skills in English (oral/written) and interpersonal skills with ability to positively influence others and develop strong internal and external relationships

Education & Experience:

• 5 - 10 years of professional experience in architectural drafting including a minimum of 2 years managing a drafting team
• Engineering, Engineering Technologist, Architecture or other related degree preferred
• Construction knowledge and experience required
• Previous experience with CAD or other related software required
• Previous experience with bills of material, ERP systems, etc. preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• EXETER, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• drafting management: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person