The QualiFind Group · 2 weeks ago
Drafting Manager
Holland, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe QualiFind Group is a leader in the architectural metal panel industry, committed to sustainability and operational excellence. They are seeking a Drafting Manager responsible for supervising in-house and third-party drafting teams, ensuring project timelines and quality standards are met while fostering collaboration across various departments.
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Responsibilities
Ensure Compliance with Business Rules:
Ensure business rules relevant to the Drafting department, including third-party teams, are followed, with special focus on targeted lead times and quality control
Implementation of Drafting Standards:
Implement and enforce drafting standards and techniques, utilizing AutoCAD, Revit, and other digital programs across both internal and external teams
Lead the adoption of new software tools and technologies to improve drafting processes and data management
Departmental Reporting:
Provide regular performance reports for both in-house and third-party teams to management as necessary
Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess team performance and identify areas for improvement
Implement reporting mechanisms for project tracking, completion, and filing
Resource Allocation & Management:
Advise on and manage appropriate resource levels for both internal and third-party drafting teams
Allocate shop drawing work to both internal and external teams, ensuring capacity
Shop Drawing Supervision:
Ensure proper execution of shop drawing practices by both internal and third-party teams, including:
Drawing floor plans, elevations, and details per company formats and CAD library
Developing panel layouts based on customer requirements and sold scope of work
Conducting quality checks on peer drawings and bills of material
Reviewing and updating drawings according to customer redline corrections
Producing bills of material from approved sets of drawings in company format
Third-Party Drafting Team Management:
Supervise and coordinate with third-party drafting teams, ensuring they adhere to company standards and timelines
Regularly review the performance of third-party teams, ensuring that work quality meets expectations and addressing any issues promptly
Facilitate clear communication and workflow integration between in-house and third-party teams
Cross-functional Collaboration:
Interface with internal and external groups such as Project Management, Estimating, Materials/Logistics, Engineering, and Customer/Architect contacts as needed to complete tasks
Foster strong relationships with all departments to ensure efficient project execution and resolve issues quickly
Information Interpretation:
Obtain and interpret internal order acknowledgements and customer-supplied structural steel and architectural plans to guide both in-house and third-party teams
Warranty Issue Resolution:
Investigate and document drafting-related warranty issues, collaborating with both internal and third-party teams, and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence
Investigate, document, and create detailed reports on non-conformities, including drafting errors or deviations from project specifications, collaborating with internal and third-party teams to identify causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
Hiring & Training:
Assist in interviewing prospective employees, ensuring a strong fit with company values and the required technical expertise
Oversee the training of new hires, focusing on industry standards, best practices, and company-specific workflows to ensure quality and efficiency
Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to all drafting team
Promote a culture of continuous learning and knowledge-sharing to ensure teams remain updated on industry trends, compliance requirements, and evolving best practices
Process Improvement:
Collaborate with internal and third-party teams to develop new processes/systems that enhance support to the business and improve project outcomes
Lead continuous improvement efforts to streamline workflows and increase departmental efficiency
Team Supervision:
Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to both internal and external drafting teams to ensure optimal effectiveness
Assign and oversee projects, ensuring accountability for deadlines and performance of both in-house and third-party resources
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for both teams
Lead problem-solving efforts on issues impacting customer delivery lead times and production across all drafting teams
Collaborate with the project management team to objectively assess risks to project timelines and develop solutions as needed
Shipping & Revenue Targets:
Provide input to the shipping forecast and help drive shipping and revenue targets, ensuring alignment with monthly and quarterly goals
Other Duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a related technical field with a focus on drafting
Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in drafting
2 years supervisory or leadership experience
Ability to read and interpret Construction Documents, structural and architectural drawings
Strong communication and organizational skills with a focus on efficiency and structure
Mathematical skills necessary for accurate calculations and problem-solving in drafting and project management
Ability to meet deadlines and problem-solve with minimal supervision
Proficiency in both AutoCAD and Revit
Minimum 3 years of AutoCAD and REVIT experience
Must be highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams) and Outlook
Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish a plus
SolidWorks and Smartsheet experience is desirable
Company
The QualiFind Group
The QualiFind Group is a professional recruitment firm specializing in technical, professional, aerospace, and automotive recruitment.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Warren Carter
Senior Managing Partner
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