Design Development Sheet Metal Foreperson

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide  leadership in sheet metal design and construction , ensuring alignment with project goals and constructability best practices.
• Participate in estimating turnover and pre-construction meetings , ensuring early trade engagement in design development.
• Review and provide feedback on  design drawings, specifications, and consultant submissions  for accuracy, completeness, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with  project management and engineering teams  to assess alternative design approaches and propose value-engineered solutions.
• Lead and participate in design development meetings , supporting coordination between field execution teams and consultants.
• Interface with  Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) teams  to ensure 3D models and shop drawings reflect design intent and are compliant with project agreements.
• Identify  clash detection and constructability challenges  early in the design process and work with project teams to resolve issues.
• Support scope development and pricing for Design Revision Requests (DRRs) , assisting in cost control and change management processes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant  building codes, safety regulations, and project specifications .
• Conduct  page-turn reviews of design documents  with project execution teams to ensure alignment with field requirements.
• Assist in developing accurate  material take-offs and procurement schedules  to support project timelines.
• Monitor design progression  against the construction schedule, ensuring all required information is delivered on time.
• Participate in  client and construction meetings , contributing expertise to design-related discussions.
• Maintain strong relationships with  subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams , leveraging partnerships to support project objectives.
• Work closely with  electrical, architectural, and structural teams  to ensure coordination of sheet metal design elements.
• Review and coordinate  access door requirements, firestop & smokestop considerations, and duct cleaning specifications .

Must haves :

Problem Solving : Excellent skills in assessing constructability challenges early in the design phase

Nice to haves :

Pay Rate for this unionized position is $47

Modern Niagara values passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork and we are committed to ensuring that our teams have everything they need to succeed. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do and, as a result, our award-winning safety culture has a record that’s well above industry standards.

At Modern Niagara, we recognize the value of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and are committed to eliminating barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and new immigrants) in the construction industry. Our DEI vision is to build an organization where everyone has access to the same opportunities, experience equitable outcomes, and can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.