Umdasch Group
Construction
SeniorTechnicalDesigner
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“Senior Technical Designer at Umdasch Group. Skills: Formwork systems, Project management, Technical design. Plan technical solutions. Manage projects”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, 5-7 years related experience, Experience with Doka’s proprietary formwork system, Experience with static calculations, Extensive technical knowledge, Experience in project management, Experienced in AutoCAD and Revit, Experienced in project management software, Experienced in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and Outlook, Excellent communication skills, Excellent command of English, Qualitative abilities, Analytical skills, Technical proficiency, Effective problem solving, General understanding of Canadian regulations, General understanding of local and national codes, General understanding of legislation and trends impacting formwork industry
Nice to Have
Civil, construction, or structural engineering degree, Experience in concrete forming and design
What You'll Do.
Plan technical solutions
Partner with customers
Partner with contractors
Partner with operations
Provide guidance to customers
Support Sales Manager
Determine formwork solutions
Produce AutoCAD drawings
Produce Revit drawings
Finalize working drawings
Provide material lists
Ensure drawings indicate proper use
Represent safe designs
Represent economical designs
Represent efficient designs
Adhere to standards of performance
Identify improper implementations
Ensure technical solutions applied
Ensure safe working practices
Ensure safe working environment
Participate in committees
Participate in assigned projects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborative teamwork; Sales department support; Cross-functional teams
Communication Scope
Technical direction; Customer support; Sales support
Process & Methodology
Project management
Full Job Description
Doka’s expertise in formwork technology is unparalleled in the industry and we are proud of the difference we make globally! “It’s not just formwork – it’s DOKA” is impressively demonstrated worldwide in buildings like the Burj Khalifa (Dubai), in hydroelectric generating stations like the Keeyask (Nelson River in northern Manitoba) – and in parts of the Brenner Base Tunnel (European Alps). Collaborative teamwork of nearly 7000 employees in over 160 distribution/logistics facilities in more than 70 countries is one of the primary reasons behind our success. With more than 150 years of history as a family owned company, we recognize and appreciate our employee’s work every day by rewarding them with flexible work hours, competitive wages, bonuses, training/development opportunities and a comprehensive group benefits program including RRSPs. As a Senior Technical Designer at Doka Canada, you will be responsible for the technical planning, execution, and management of individual projects, ensuring optimal use of Doka formwork systems. This role involves providing technical direction and offering support to the sales department from project design through to completion and may also include leading small engineering teams. Responsibilities: * Technical Solutions Planning: Determine and plan technical solutions for projects utilizing Doka formwork systems. * Project Management: Partner with customers, contractors, sales, and operations departments, managing projects from preliminary planning stages to completion. * Customer Support: Provide guidance to customers regarding forming solutions, service job sites, and respond to questions concerning equipment usage. * Sales Support: Support Sales Manager by determining appropriate formwork solutions that meet customer needs economically and in compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines. * Drawing Production: Produce AutoCAD / Revit drawings during the proposal stage and finalize working drawings for Doka forming systems.
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