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<span class="jobdescription"><div> <p>At WillScot, our team of nearly 5000+ people makes our company a <a href="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7051681" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Great Place to Work®</a> and we believe our people are what give us a competitive advantage in the industry. Our differentiation begins with our values, which are lived through our employees and aligned to the needs of our customers and communities. From day one, we invest in your growth and your future, while giving back to the communities we serve. Learn more about WillScot and who we are, <a href="https://careers.willscot.com/?_gl=1*h7ay0*_gcl_au*MTM1MjA4Mzc2NC4xNzUzMjEyMzQ3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.  <br><br>As North America’s leading provider of complete temporary space solutions, we have helped customers across 260+ locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, get the innovative flexible workspace and portable storage solutions that are right for their timeline and their project, Right From the Start. <a href="https://careers.willscot.com/?_gl=1*h7ay0*_gcl_au*MTM1MjA4Mzc2NC4xNzUzMjEyMzQ3" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Learn More</a>. </p> </div><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>ABOUT THE JOB:</b></h2> </div><div><p>WillScot Design Managers participate in all aspects of the project life cycle from pitch to production.  This includes creating renderings for clients, creating estimates and bid-packages, producing state-certified plans and logistics documentation, performing energy calculations using Com-Check and ultimately producing winning, profitable projects to delight our customers.</p> <p>The Design Manager can be fully remote within the United States.  </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:</b></h2> </div><div><ul> <li>Prepare plans for planning, bidding, estimating and owner approval including presentation drawings and realistic perspective renderings using Revit</li> <li>Develop floor plans from the space requirements defined in a customer PFD (Program for Design) including multiple solutions to meet strategic sales objectives</li> <li>Detail components for the Modular Construction Industry and create material takeoffs for modifications and installations</li> <li>Manage multiple ongoing projects with attention to details and adherence to schedules.</li> <li>Responsible for gathering and organizing drawings, data/cut sheets and other submittals for the project as needed</li> <li>Monitor code development and code change cycles as needed to support projects and plan submissions</li> <li>Provide support for technical questions by sales, operations and project teams</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Additional Design Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Generate and submit production level plans and documentation compliant with state certification/recertification requirements through the third-party agency/engineers as required</li> <li>Perform energy calculations using Com-Check</li> <li>Develop Architectural Site Plans and Logistics Plans for projects</li> <li>Develop photo-realistic renderings for sales and marketing of projects</li> <li>Research and review new products as needed for new product development, new code requirements, and material cost reduction efforts</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Advanced Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Provide CAD training and support to members of the department and develop/monitor and improve the CAD standard for the business</li> <li>Attend customer meetings with Sales or Construction Services teams to develop project programming for new projects throughout North America</li> <li>Perform design and plan reviews with internal teams and external customers</li> <li>Occasional travel to job or client sites may be required<br> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><h2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:</b></h2> </div><div><ul> <li>Bachelors Degree with 3 years experience in related construction/project management field OR Associates Degree with 7 years experience or Technical Certification in AutoCAD and Revit with 10 years experience </li> <li>Commercial construction plan creation using Revit versions, no more than 4 years old</li> <li>Expertise and working knowledge of the International Code Council family of model building codes </li> <li>Full working capability in Word, Excel, and Outlook </li> </ul> <p>Preferred: </p> <ul> <li>In-depth understanding of Revit with additional capability in Twin Motion, 3d Studio Max or VRay</li> <li>Detailed production level experience </li> <li>Commercial or residential modular experience </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>#LI-PDI</p></div></div></div><div> <p><br>This posting is for a(n) New Position. <br><br><em>Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, or physical abilities required. Team members may be required to perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.<br><br></em>All regular WillScot positions offer a generous benefits package to help our employees and their families Be Well. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off (including Company holidays), tuition reimbursement, a retirement savings plan with company match, and more! More information about benefits may be found <a href="https://careers.willscot.com/content/What-We-Offer/?locale=en_US" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here.</a> Many positions also have variable pay opportunities including commission, bonus, performance rewards, or other incentive programs.<br><br>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. </p> </div> </span>

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