Job Description

Truss & Panel Designer – G reat Opportunity for Experienced Carpenters!

Lancaster, PA

Are you a hands-on construction pro with truss and wall panel experience, an eye for detail, and a knack for problem-solving? Are you ready to take your career to the next level, turning your on-site expertise into innovative designs? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

• Make an Impact: Transition from building structures to designing them
• Enjoy a unique opportunity to train as a Truss & Panel Designer, growing your career in the wood framing industry alongside a team that values your potential.
• Learn and Grow: Gain technical skills in CAD software and design principles – no prior experience needed; we'll train you!
• Develop and Advance: Open the door to a long-term career in construction design with plenty of room for growth.
• Join a faith-based company with a collaborative, family-oriented culture that values hard work and truly listens to its employees.

As a Truss & Panel Designer, you will learn:

• Design high-quality wall panels that meet top construction standards.
• Create detailed shop reports and material lists for wall panels.
• Overlay floor and roof truss plans to ensure constructability and seamless integration.
• Analyze & overlay steel drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Answer questions and troubleshoot wall component issues from the manufacturing shop and field crews.
• Communicate effectively with customers, leadership, and team members to ensure project success.
• Understand & embody Quality Buildings' mission, vision, and values while holding others accountable to the same standards.

Quality Buildings seeks a motivated Truss & Panel Designer to join our team. As an award-winning framing contractor, we specialize in turnkey mass timber construction and wood framing solutions, serving developers, architects, builders, and general contractors in the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond. Known for our innovative approach to increasing productivity and efficiency, we're committed to building the future – one client, one vision, and one project at a time.

Our ideal candidate has experience in the construction field and a solid understanding of the wood framing industry. However, we're also open to training motivated individuals who are eager to grow their careers and make an impact within the wood framing industry. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we'd love to have you on our team!

Our Ideal Truss & Panel Designer:

• Experienced: Brings 5+ years of experience as a field carpenter, truss builder, or similar role. Familiarity with building codes and standards is required. Truss and panel design experience is a plus but not required – we're happy to train!
• Tech-Savvy: Experience with MiTek, AutoCAD, or other BIM software is a plus. We're willing to train motivated candidates who are eager to develop their technical skills.
• Flexible & Adaptable: Thrives in a dynamic environment and easily adjusts to shifting project needs.
• Detail-Oriented & Visual Thinker: Possesses strong visualization skills to translate designs into precise, constructible plans.
• Time Manager: Demonstrates the ability to manage personal schedules and priorities effectively.
• Positive Attitude: Brings a can-do spirit to the team, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Eager Learner: Open to gaining new skills and advancing truss and panel design knowledge.

What we offer our Truss & Panel Designer:

• $75k-$100k/year – DOE
• A steady 45-hour workweek
• Health Insurance
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Unlimited, self-managed PTO
• Retirement with a 3% company match
• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Company events & outings
• A faith-based company that cultivates strong collaboration, hard work, and healthy interpersonal relationships

To Apply

If you have experience as a field carpenter, truss builder, or similar role and are excited to grow your truss and panel design career, please submit your resume in MS Word or PDF format through this job ad.

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