Project Designer - Curtainwall

At Enclos, we design and deliver some of the most complex and architecturally ambitious building envelopes in the industry. We're looking for an experienced Project Designer to play a key role in bringing these systems to life - from early design through fabrication and installation. This is an opportunity to work on highly customized curtainwall systems, collaborate with strong technical teams, and take ownership of meaningful portions of large-scale projects. Position Overview The Project Designer is responsible for developing and coordinating detailed curtainwall designs for highly complex building envelope projects. This position is responsible for developing detailed drawings, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring designs are accurate, constructible, and aligned with project requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate portions of project drawings including plans, elevations, details, embeds, layouts, and 3D models Trains and mentors Curtain Wall Technicians, Designers I, and Designers II. Oversees and coordinates Quality Assurance/Quality Control policies for engineering team subordinates. Coordinates a portion of a projects drawings (plans, elevations, details, embeds, layouts, tag, unit, parts, take-offs, 3D, dies, etc.) Identifies design and scope changes and communicates changes to System Designer. Identifies requests for information (RFI's) re: design and scope changes. Assists in reviewing and interpreting rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering requirements received from Professional Engineer, and helps to ensure that revisions are incorporated into the production, fabrication, and field drawings. Understanding the design impact through the lifecycle of a project. Can anticipate how the design will be fabricated, acquired, assembled, shipped, and installed. Provides feedback regarding project to System Designer or TPM. Participates in mock-up activities (fabrication, assembly, and testing) as required by the Operations Project Manager. Participates in performance reviews of engineering team subordinates. Reads and interprets project architectural drawings and specifications to determine best systems, designs and components to be used for production drawings. Interprets project specifications, contract, cost estimate, and contract drawings. Accurately evaluates time required to complete an assignment. Ensures that assigned team complies with company policies regarding CAD and drafting standards, as well as safety and security procedures. Provides assistance to field, shop, or vendors.

Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Architectural Drafting, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of curtainwall/façade drafting or design experience Strong understanding of building envelope systems, detailing, and constructability Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to use CAD, Word Processing, spreadsheet, Email and Internet software. Proficiency in at least two of the following programs: AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor. Ability to perform and/or coordinate work of subordinate team members (Curtainwall Technician, Designer I & Designer II) within a project. Ability to solve problems involving several well-defined variables in standardized situations. Knowledge of advanced drafting techniques and modifications of theories, precepts, and practices of the curtainwall field. Compensation At the Enclos family of companies, compensation is determined based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. The successful candidate for the Project Designer role in Bloomington, MN can expect to earn $85,000 to $95,000 per year. This position is also eligible to participate in the company's incentive bonus plan. Benefits include, and are not limited to: 401(k) plan with company match Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses Flexible time off and paid holidays Paid parental leave Career growth and nationwide career opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer Enclos Corp is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law. Enclos Corp is further committed to ensuring that employment decisions are based on valid job requirements. In addition, all employment actions, such as recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, and termination are administered fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis, without discrimination based on the protected categories named above. Enclos Corp will also provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities reasonable accommodations, if possible, as required by law.