EWP Designer Estimator On-Site, Acton, Ontario

Position: EWP Designer Estimator On-Site, Full-Time Acton, Ontario
EWP Designer – Estimator
Acton, ON

Full-Time, On-site

Reference Number: CAN-ON-ACT
- SUMMARY
As part of the National Design team with Doman Building Solutions for Engineered Wood Products (EWP) Services, the EWP Designer/Estimator prepares take-off designs of engineered floor systems and exterior siding estimates for our customers. Products include beams, joists, columns, connectors, adhesives, rim boards, and sheathing.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

Prepares professional floor design drawings, quotes, and material lists using proprietary design software.

Consults with roof truss plants, lumber dealers, architects, engineers or builders regarding project plans and design issues or specifications as required.

Maintains project files with pertinent information and maintain/update the design department’s job tracking system as needed.

Sizes individual structural members using our proprietary software or using product design tables.

Specify all necessary supplied hardware and provide technical support to internal staff and/or external customers.

Provide sales and customer support when necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints.

General knowledge of the construction industry and terminology

Knowledge of building materials, engineered wood products, and building codes

Ability to calculate tributary load, concentrated loads, and load transfer through a building

Ability to resolve design problems and ability to be creative in finding solutions by communicating directly with sales, vendors and customers

Already a user of CAD software and capable of learning new proprietary CAD software applications

Good keyboarding skills and computer skills; very comfortable with Excel, Word, Outlook

High attention to detail and accuracy

Able to communicate well graphically, orally, and in writing

Proficient in English; bilingual (English and French) is an asset

Able to work well under pressure to meet deadlines

EXPERIENCE

3 years of experience with design work and blueprint knowledge; preferably with engineered wood products

CAD experience is required

Previous experience using Mitek Sapphire Structure or Supply would be preferred

Estimating experience preferred

EDUCATION

Civil or Architectural Technologist training or two-year college diploma in a construction-related program is required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The typical hiring range for this position is $55,000 - $62,000 annually. The base pay offered is based on geographical location and may vary depending on the applicant’s job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Similar positions located in other geographical locations may not necessarily receive the same salary range. The compensation information is an estimate and provided to meet with applicable provincial Pay Transparency legislation.

As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for:

Annual incentive plan based on company performance.

Group pension plan with employer‑matching contributions

Health benefits

Purchase Doman Building Materials Group Ltd. stock at a discounted price

OTHER WORK-RELATED BENEFITS

Retiree Health Benefit Plan

Fitness reimbursement

Commuting expense reimbursement: 100% transit

Education reimbursement

Professional Development reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Scholarships for children

Discounts on product purchases

Annual Service Awards

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:  Permanent, Full‑time

WORK LOCATION:

can be based in Acton, ON, Langley, BC, or open to other regions across Canada

This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship. Doman does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, and select candidates. Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We thank you for your interest;

however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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