DRAFTING MANAGER

WELLS: A CAREER WORTH BUILDING

Wells is one of the largest prefabricated building solution providers with locations across the central U.S., providing meaningful work in many different regions. We are a family-owned company that has celebrated 70 years of success. 

At the end of the day, we are a team of creators. Our 1,300 employees across the U.S. play an important role as catalysts, constructors, and community members. They are committed to reducing risk, building confidence, and deliberately planning for partners’ success — from vision through construction and beyond.

Every day, more architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and owners specify Wells precast building components for their construction needs and with this continued success, we are looking to hire a motivated self-starting Drafting Manager to join our team. The right candidate must be a problem-solver, have strong communication skills, and also be willing and ready to learn. 

Pay range for this position is from $90,000 to $120,000

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leading a team of drafters to, on a project basis, interface with customers, sales, operations, engineering, and project management to create construction documents using CAD/Revit software. Drawing details include all views and dimensions necessary for clear and accurate presentation, fabrication and erection of precast panels and architectural systems and structures.
• Recruiting, staffing and developing drafting team members.

• Assessing individual performance, providing performance feedback and determining appropriate compensation/rewards.

• Planning and assigning work to the drafting team to meet project schedule and cost deadlines.
• Coordinating with companywide Drafting Managers to enforce quality assurance, effective resource allocation, and continuous improvement.
• Work with Technology Integration team to ensure training and performance coincide with efficient, effective drafting practice.
• Aiding in establishment and maintenance of standards and procedures for generating models, drawings, and associated documents.
• Coordinating drafting needs with sales, engineering and project managers to effectively deploy drafting resources. Work with all departments on continuous improvement initiatives to ensure high customer satisfaction and achieving desired quality, timeliness and cost objectives.
• Overseeing drafting hours while ensuring productivity and promoting a healthy and positive work environment.
• Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

 EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Drafting degree with 5 of drafting experience.
• 3 years of precast experience or related construction experience.
• Ability to train and coach other employees.
• Must be able to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Must have interpersonal communication skills to interact with co-workers, customers, contractors, and design teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office as well as D&E software.
• Must be able to lead a team with respect and dignity.
• Must be motivated and self-driven to complete a task.
• Ability to travel with some overnights.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must have interpersonal communication skills to interact with co-workers, customers, contractors, and design teams.
• Must be able to lead a team with respect and dignity.
• Must be motivated and self-driven to complete a task.
• Ability to travel with some overnights.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements due to construction site varying conditions.
• Moderate to high risk of safety precautions due to construction site varying conditions.
• General Office Environment with a low to moderate exposure to production environment.

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. We offer paid holidays, 3 weeks of PTO, health, dental and vision insurance, as well as flex spending for medical and daycare, a health savings account, and 401(k) plan with profit sharing. We’ll also pay your premium for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees.

*Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.

 Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S

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Salary : $90,000 - $120,000