Job Description
Senior Curtain Wall Designer
Flynn Group of Companies
Vancouver, WA
$100k+ Benefits
Flynn Group of Companies is currently looking for a
Senior Curtain Wall Designer
to support our Vancouver Branch located in Surrey, BC (Office Location – 19175 – 22nd Avenue, Surrey BC V3Z 3S6), reporting to the Regional Operations Manager.
What we Offer
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Competitive wages and extended health benefits
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RRSP matching
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Great environment where our motto is “Flynn Family Winning Together”!
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On-going career development courses and programs through our in-house Flynn University
A Day in the Life
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Ability to recognize, solve basic Curtain wall/Window detailing issues. Understanding of
basic curtain wall construction methods is a must.
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Read and understand Architectural and Structural Drawings
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Foresee/solve and address curtain wall issues as they arise
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Ability to read, understand and review Specifications providing input to estimating
for potential risks.
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Organize, schedule projects and liaise with the Drafting Manager / Senior Job Captains
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Resolve outstanding drawing issues and pursue contract clarifications as required.
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Demonstrate seasoned understanding of Curtain Wall/Window systems a must.
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Ability to supervise and provide constructive criticism and input to Jr./Sr. Draftsperson(s)
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Ability to Plan and execute Curtain Wall/Window Proposal / Design Drawings with the
use of AutoCAD/Inventor. Accuracy is a must.
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Ability to review specifications and ensure all aspects of the project have been addressed
and conveyed to the project team.
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Prepare and execute die shapes.
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Ability to coach and mentor Draftsperson(s)
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Correspond and plan the execution of projects with Estimating, Project Manager(s) ,
and the Design/Construction teams.
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Understand building construction and sequencing
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Prepare Thermal reports with the use of Therm and Widow 7.4.
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Prepare Mock-up drawings and execution.
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Compose and Conduct site & shop instructions/inspections and reports.
What we are Seeking
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Proficiency with the following programs:
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AutoCAD 2D and 3D modeling Min 5-10 years’ experience
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Inventor/ BIM modeling an asset
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Therm/ Window 7.4
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Microsoft Office
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Must be Self-motivated, well organized and detail oriented. Accuracy a must.
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Ability to work in a fast paced environment, prioritizing work
to meet critical deadlines
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Must have a minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in the Curtain wall industry
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Must have a good understanding of Building Science related topics and issues
as they relate to Curtain Wall and Building Envelope design.
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Proven experience in the Curtain Wall industry including the execution of all Design
related requirements from start to finish
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Basic understanding of industry codes
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Proven project and team leader
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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5-30-2024
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