Team Leader

Job Duties:

• Managing allocated projects as a Team Leader
• Communicating and sharing resources with other Team Leaders as demands for resources ebb and flow
• Ensuring those under your supervision perform assigned tasks effectively
• Monitoring and reporting attendance, lateness, and extended break violation
• Reporting to SDE's Operations Manager any and all issues and/or concerns that arise on the production floor via email and in person
• Approaching personnel with fairness and respect in all your dealings
• Comprehensive understanding of employees' strengths and weaknesses, harnessing strengths and managing weaknesses
• Communicating effectively and with respect to all staff, with an aim to keep them motivated and performing at high levels of productivity.
• Reviewing, understanding, and ensuring Customer Standards are followed
• Responsible for ensuring that Grid/ABM/Connecting & Checking duties have been completed for each deliverable
• Assisting Shift Supervisor and Team as a detailer when and if required to help maintain schedul
•  Creating Request for Information's (RFI's)
• Managing RFI Log with Project Manager/Shift Supervisor
• Raising Extra Work Order opportunities, allocating hours, tracking approved hours.
• Awareness and distribution of Project Data such as the Revised IFC, IFA, RFA etc.
•  Responsible for Mentoring Junior Team Leaders
•  Arrange internal kick off meeting/project team meeting (review recorded meeting), review kick off meeting notes, and ensuring all team members both current and future are aware and educated on all information surrounding kick off meetings.
• Ensuring Project Folder contains all relevant information
• Responsible for releasing shop and field drawing lists for editing when working in multi-office workflow
• Responsible for issuing shop and field packages/sequences

Projects:
Team Leader will work on medium to larger size project, both in size and complexity. Team sizes will be larger. Team Leader must have an assigned mentor, either Operations Manager, Shift Supervisor.

Experience & Qualifications:
Must have experience in detailing/checking and be adept at balancing tight schedules. A thorough understanding of steel detailing and production standards is necessary. You must have a sound understanding of Dowco's business processes. You must be organized and have excellent communication skills both written and verbally. You possess excellent people skills and are a motivational leader. In this role you are proactive and a logical thinker who takes initiative to solve problems early. You are knowledgeable in industry technology and specifications. You are someone who performs all your daily duties with honesty and integrity.

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in the steel detailing industry.

Development:

• Level 1: Connection design course or NISD Detailing Class II (or approved equivalent by the Quality Assurance Manager) and Tekla Evaluation
• Level 2: Managing Successful Team Meetings Training, Dowco Processes Exam and Tekla Evaluation
• Level 3: NISD Detailing Class 1 (or approved equivalent by the Quality Assurance Manager) and Tekla Evaluation

Why Work at DeSimone? 

At DeSimone, you'll be part of a firm renowned for delivering high-quality structural engineering, façade consulting, structural detailing, and forensic services to clients around the globe. From iconic skyscrapers to innovative, cutting-edge designs, we provide exceptional engineering solutions for buildings of all types. Founded in 1969 in New York City, DeSimone has grown into a globally recognized firm with offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. With over 13,000 projects in 45 states and 60 countries, our impressive portfolio reflects our dedication to creating superlative structures that redefine skylines worldwide. 

Working at DeSimone means being involved in some of the most iconic and tallest buildings and projects in the world — we are known for pushing the boundaries of design and innovation. Whether it's utilizing cutting-edge technology, employing creative problem-solving, or providing highly efficient, process-driven solutions, our team constantly seeks new ways to redefine what's possible in the structural engineering industry. 

Our firm thrives on a collaborative, open-office environment where communication and responsiveness are key to delivering exceptional service. At DeSimone, we not only value your technical expertise but also the culture you contribute to. We maintain a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where every team member has the opportunity to grow and contribute to the success of the firm. 

DeSimone also takes pride in giving back to the community through volunteering opportunities and initiatives, which reflect our core values of service and responsibility. Our successful Summer Intern Program allows aspiring engineers to gain hands-on experience, while our strong university relationships, college events, guest speakers, and community engagement ensure that we continue to inspire and nurture the next generation of talent. 

Join us and help build the future while working in a culture that inspires innovation, recognizes achievement, and is committed to excellence every step of the way. 

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.   

We appreciate your interest in DeSimone and look forward to reviewing your application.   

DeSimone is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer.