Hunt St

building and construction

Truss&FrameDetailerCG

A$2–3k Chicago, Illinois, United States; Houston, Texas, United States; United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Truss & Frame Detailer CG at Hunt St. Skills: timber truss and frame detailing, MiTek Sapphire, Australian building codes, NCC, timber engineering principles. lead the design, detailing, and/or estimating of timber truss and wall frame projects from construction plans through to manufacturing and site delivery. Own end-to-end timber truss and frame estimating and/or detailing”

What You'll Achieve.

replacing outsourced services with faster, more accurate, and reliable delivery; ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with Australian building codes and industry standards; minimising rework and delays; setting high standards for accuracy, communication, and teamwork

Industry & Context.

building and construction
Problems you'll solve

practical problem-solving mindset; problem-solving skills; ability to respond effectively to design changes

Eligibility Requirements

Philippines-based candidates, Independent Contractor Agreement, align with the AU business hours, Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work, Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Advanced proficiency in timber truss and frame detailing software (MiTek Sapphire preferred), with experience using engineered timber design tools such as Hyne Design, AutoBeam, or similar., understanding of Australian building codes, NCC, and timber engineering principles, with the ability to apply them in practical, buildable designs., Proven experience in timber truss and frame detailing and/or estimating, ideally within a manufacturing or production environment., Demonstrated experience delivering residential and light commercial projects., problem-solving skills with a practical, production-focused mindset and the ability to respond effectively to design changes., High attention to detail and accuracy, with quality and compliance awareness., Excellent communication skills, able to liaise confidently with builders, engineers, clients, and internal stakeholders., organisational skills, capable of managing multiple jobs and deadlines in a high-volume environment., Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

Nice to Have

Leadership capability, with experience mentoring or supporting junior detailers, Relevant qualifications in building design, drafting, construction, or a related field

What You'll Do.

and/or estimating of timber truss and wall frame projects from construction plans through to manufacturing and site delivery

Own end-to-end timber truss and frame estimating and/or detailing

Interpret architectural plans

engineering documentation

and Australian standards to produce compliant designs

Develop accurate truss

and floor layouts using MiTek Sapphire (or similar)

optimised for structural performance

correct product usage

and manufacturability

Prepare final designs

and detailed site documentation suitable for production and installation

Manage a high weekly inquiry volume

Respond quickly to design revisions caused by production constraints

Perform thorough quality checks on all detailing and estimating outputs

Maintain accurate job records

Contribute to improving detailing workflows

Support and mentor junior detailers

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with builders, engineers, architects, and internal production teams to resolve design issues, coordinate changes, and ensure buildable outcomes; liaise confidently with builders, engineers, clients, and internal stakeholders; collaborating effectively within a team

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills; able to liaise confidently with builders, engineers, clients, and internal stakeholders

Process & Methodology

managing multiple jobs and deadlines in a high-volume environment

Full Job Description

**Looking for Philippines-based candidates** **Job Role: **Truss & Frame Detailer **Compensation range: **$1,800 AUD - $2,500 AUD / Monthly **Engagement type: **Independent Contractor Agreement **Work Schedule: **This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time. **Who We Are: **At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home. **Who The Client Is: **A well‑established engineered timber manufacturer with deep roots in the building and construction industry, known for delivering high‑quality timber trusses, frames, and floor systems across a fast‑moving market. Our team combines technical expertise with practical problem solving to turn architectural and engineering plans into reliable, buildable solutions, all while maintaining a focus on precision, compliance, and efficiency. **Role Overview: **We are seeking a Senior Timber Truss & Frame Detailer to lead the design, detailing, and/or estimating of timber truss and wall frame projects from construction plans through to manufacturing and site delivery. This role requires strong technical capability, a practical problem-solving mindset, and the ability to work closely with builders, engineers, and internal production teams while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with Australian building codes and industry standards. **Key Responsibilities: ** * Own end-to-end timber truss and frame estimating and/or detailing, replacing outsourced services with faster, more accurate, and reliable delivery. * Interpret architectural plans, engineering documentation, specifications, and Australian standards to produce compliant designs. * Develop accurate truss, wa

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