Truss/EWP Design Manager

Job summary

Design code-compliant roof truss and floor systems, prepare layouts, drawings, and material take-offs, and revise designs to meet project requirements and optimize cost. Coordinate with sales, customers, builders, contractors, and production to ensure designs are accurate, timely, and manufacturable.

Job details

Truss/EWP Design Manager (MiTek) Location: Edmonton, AB Overview Our client is looking for a Truss/EWP Design Manager with strong MiTek experience to join their team in Edmonton, Alberta. This role focuses on designing efficient, code-compliant roof truss and floor systems for residential, multi-family, and light commercial projects. You’ll work closely with sales, production, and customers to deliver accurate designs that move seamlessly from concept to manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Design roof truss systems using MiTek software (Sapphire preferred) Interpret architectural and structural drawings to develop accurate layouts Produce truss design drawings, layouts, and material take-offs Ensure designs meet applicable building codes, engineering standards, and project requirements Support the sales team with estimates, take-offs, and value engineering opportunities Communicate with builders, contractors, and internal teams to clarify design requirements Revise designs based on feedback, site conditions, or cost optimization Collaborate with production to ensure designs are efficient and manufacturable Manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and timelines Qualifications 2+ years of roof truss design experience Hands-on experience with MiTek (Sapphire strongly preferred) Strong understanding of structural loads, spans, and building systems Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Preferred Experience with floor truss or EWP design Background working within a truss plant or building materials supplier Engineering technologist diploma or related education Why Join Established and growing operation in the building materials space Consistent pipeline of residential and commercial work Collaborative, team-focused environment Opportunity for long-term growth and development

What you’ll do

Design code-compliant roof truss and floor systems, prepare layouts, drawings, and material take-offs, and revise designs to meet project requirements and optimize cost. Coordinate with sales, customers, builders, contractors, and production to ensure designs are accurate, timely, and manufacturable.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of roof truss design experience, hands-on MiTek experience (Sapphire preferred), and knowledge of structural loads, spans, and building systems. Candidates should be able to interpret construction documents, communicate effectively, solve problems, and manage multiple projects; an engineering technologist diploma or related education is preferred.

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Roof Truss Design
• MiTek
• Sapphire
• Floor Truss Design
• EWP Design
• Structural Loads
• Blueprint Interpretation
• Building Code Compliance
• Material Take-Offs
• Value Engineering
• Design Drawings
• Project Management
• Manufacturability
• Problem-Solving
• Cross-Functional Communication

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing

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