Manager - Floor & Roof Truss Design

Manager – Floor & Roof Truss Design

Nashville, TN (On-site)

$120K+ for the right candidate We are seeking an experienced Manager with a strong background in wood truss design to lead a design team and oversee projects from estimation through scheduling and delivery. This role offers the opportunity to step into a leadership position, guiding both in-office and remote team members while working closely with sales and manufacturing teams to ensure quality, accuracy, and on-time results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 5 designers (3 remote, 2 in-office); review, assign, and check work.
• Manage and maintain project schedules to meet deadlines and company goals.
• Collaborate with sales and plant operations to align production with customer needs.
• Review contracts and purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Handle budgets, forecasting, estimating, and quoting from take-offs.
• Step in to cover responsibilities as needed (vacations, workload balance).
• Maintain a positive, flexible, and solutions-oriented leadership style.

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of wood truss design experience (floor and roof trusses).
• Proficiency with Alpine Truss Design Software or comparable software.
• Experience reading and interpreting architectural, structural, and construction drawings.
• Strong math and analytical skills.
• Experience designing wall panels or timber trusses (preferred).
• Proven estimating and quoting experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with prior experience managing small teams.
• Ability to adapt and adjust to shifting schedules and priorities.

Schedule:

• On-site in Nashville office, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (some flexibility required).

Why This Role:

This is a unique opportunity to step into a key leadership role where you'll have a direct impact on design operations, scheduling, and project success. If you're a hands-on leader with a background in wood truss design and a passion for guiding teams, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume to hmccormick@selectek.net for consideration.