Job Type: Full-time
Location: Remote, Western Canada
Salary: Starting at $80,000 CAD annually

Shape the Future of Construction in BC

Ron Anderson & Sons (RAS) is seeking an experienced EWP Designer to help advance wood-frame construction through technical expertise, practical innovation, and prefabrication.

We’re looking for a proactive expert and practical problem-solver who identifies issues early, investigates options, and drives buildable solutions. Working closely with engineers, contractors, and our in-house fabrication team, you’ll take ownership of engineered wood floor and roof designs from initial layout through production.

This is more than a layout role. It’s an chance to tackle complex projects, see your designs built, and help shape a growing design department.

About RAS

Founded in 1994, RAS specializes in multi-family and residential wood-frame construction on Vancouver Island. Our in-house design department, established in 2022, connects EWP design directly with prefabrication and field installation.

We combine hands-on construction experience with modern design software and precision equipment. Our engineered wood floor panels are designed and manufactured in-house, supporting faster installation, greater accuracy, and reduced job site waste.

Join an established construction company where your expertise and ideas can help strengthen how we design, coordinate, and manufacture.

Responsibilities

- Design engineered wood floor and roof systems using I-joists, beams, columns, and connectors.
- Review and interpret architectural, structural, and construction drawings.




- Identify missing information, design conflicts, and coordination issues early; investigate options and recommend practical solutions.
- Prepare accurate layouts, calculations, and material takeoffs using MiTek Supply Suite.
- Coordinate with engineers, architects, consultants, and contractors to resolve design requirements and construction details.
- Work closely with fabrication and project teams to deliver coordinated, production-ready designs.
- Manage project deadlines, drawing revisions, and design deliverables with accuracy and clear communication.
- Contribute to project meetings and improvements in design standards, coordination, and prefabrication workflows.

Qualifications and Requirements

- Minimum of three years of recent EWP design experience on residential or multi-family wood-frame construction projects.
- Proficiency with MiTek Supply Suite, Javelin, iStruct, or comparable EWP design software. MiTek experience is preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge of engineered wood systems and practical wood-frame construction.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to anticipate problems, investigate their causes, and develop buildable solutions.
- Sound technical judgment,



including recognizing when engineering review or clarification is required.
- Strong ability to interpret architectural and structural drawings and understand how design decisions affect fabrication and installation.
- Initiative and ownership, with the ability to move issues toward resolution and follow through without constant direction.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong computer and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and work independently in a remote environment.
- Experience with prefabrication, panelized construction, field framing, or mid-rise construction is an asset.
- A diploma in Engineering Technology, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline is an asset.
- Candidates must be located in Western Canada.

Why Join RAS?

- See your work built: Collaborate directly with the team fabricating your designs.
- Apply your expertise: Solve complex design and coordination challenges on multi-family and mid-rise projects.
- Help shape a growing department: Contribute to the technical practices and workflows supporting our design and production operations.
- Grow professionally: Expand your experience in prefabrication and off-site construction.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary starting at $80,000 CAD annually, with higher compensation based on experience and technical expertise.
- Extended health and dental coverage.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Flexible schedule.
- Remote work from Western Canada.

📌 EWP Designer (Western Canada) (Victoria)
🏢 Ron Anderson & Sons
📍 Victoria