Manager, Architectural Project Design
CertainTeed Architectural is seeking a Manager, Project Design to lead and mentor a talented team of Senior Project Coordinators and Project Design Supervisors across our Decoustics and Strongsville Wood divisions. This is a pivotal leadership role focused on scheduling, resource allocation, and driving technical excellence in shop drawings and project design for custom ceiling and wall products.
Lead, coach, and mentor a multidisciplinary design team (89 direct reports).
~ Assign and schedule projects, manage team workload, and conduct performance reviews.
~ Oversee the creation and validation of detailed shop drawings using AutoCAD.
~ Collaborate with internal and external clients to address design and technical inquiries.
~ Develop and implement CAD procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
~ Support cross-training and process improvement initiatives to maximize team flexibility.
~ Manage external freelancers and oversee invoicing and billing.
~ Provide regular project status reviews to Project Managers and Senior Management.
~ Travel quarterly to Strongsville and other North American locations (
~I Hybrid work environment with travel opportunities.
Supportive culture focused on innovation, growth, and continuous learning.
Ready to drive technical excellence and team success? Apply today to join CertainTeed Architectural and help shape the future of architectural design!
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Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 13% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures.
Medical, vision, prescription & dental
Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
Financial Security: Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
Be Well Be You: Our comprehensive benefits, resources, and programs platform to help you and your family be well, wherever you are in life (Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Social)
Perks & Savings Program: access to thousands of gift cards, in-store and online discounts, as well as cashback offers.Bachelors degree in architectural design/engineering (required).
~15+ years industry experience in commercial construction or equivalent.
~15+ years leadership experience managing cross-functional design teams.
~ Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD knowledge of SolidWorks; Knowledge of custom ceiling design (fiberglass, metal, wood) is a strong asset
~ To make sure nothing is forgotten Lead a high-impact team in a global leader in architectural solutions.

Medical, vision, prescription & dental
Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
Financial Security: Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan - Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
Be Well Be You: Our comprehensive benefits, resources, and programs platform to help you and your family be well, wherever you are in life (Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Social)
Perks & Savings Program: access to thousands of gift cards, in-store and online discounts, as well as cashback offers.

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