Design Technologist

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.  
• Constructing initial structure models in Mitek.

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.