Doka’s expertise in formwork technology is unparalleled in the industry and we are proud of the difference we make globally!  “It’s not just formwork – it’s DOKA” is impressively demonstrated worldwide in buildings like the Burj Khalifa (Dubai), in hydroelectric generating stations like the Keeyask (Nelson River in northern Manitoba) – and in parts of the Brenner Base Tunnel (European Alps). Collaborative teamwork of more than 6000 employees in over 160 distribution/logistics facilities in more than 70 countries is one of the primary reasons behind our success. With more than 150 years of history as a family owned company, we recognize and appreciate our employee’s work every day by rewarding them with flexible work hours, competitive wages, bonuses, training/development opportunities and a comprehensive group benefits program including RRSPs.

Summary of Position:

The Engineering Group Leader (High Rise) is accountable for technical planning, forming projects, managing multiple high rise projects as well as engineering teams consisting of Project Technicians (including Junior and Senior Technicians).  He/she provides strong leadership, technical direction and ensures that team members are continually training in Doka formwork systems. Insures that the team represents the proper use of Doka concrete forming equipment for customers.   This position provides technical assistance to the sales department from the project design stage to project inception and completion.

Responsibilities:

• Determines and plans technical solutions for all types of forming projects;
• Partners with customers, contractors, sales and operations departments while managing jobs from preliminary project planning stages to project completion;
• Supports Area Manager and Sales Team by determining appropriate formwork solutions that meet the customer’s needs (economically, and in compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines);
• Works with sales to produce AutoCAD drawings during the proposal stage and finalizes working drawings for Doka forming systems and provides material lists for quotations and shipments to the site;
• Relied upon to provide guidance to customers regarding forming solutions, service job sites and respond to questions concerning equipment usage, etc;
• Supervises and motivates team, effectively delegating work insuring team/branch/company objectives are met;
• Produces and insures that the drawings indicate the proper use of Doka forming equipment and that the drawings represent safe, economical and efficient designs;
• Provides analysis and design/price calculations as required (based upon level of experience and education);
• Insures that the policies, procedures, programs, standards of performance and compliance are adhered to;
• Monitors conformance with contractual guidelines;

Other Responsibilities/Peripheral Functions:

• Visits job sites as required, identifies any improper implementation and takes action to insure technical solutions are immediately implemented;
• Service the job site for the correct use of formwork systems in the absence of a service advisor;
• Ensures safe working practices and a safe working environment; 
• Other duties/projects as assigned, such as participating in company committees/teams;

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering (civil, construction, or structural) preferred;
• 4-7 years of related experience;
• MUST HAVE experience in design of self-climbing applications and concrete forming.  Candidates with Doka experience is preferred and these candidates will be given first consideration;
• Excellent technical knowledge with vast experience in project management;
• Able to set priorities, change priorities to meet the business needs and schedule projects while managing multiple projects concurrently;
• Experienced in AutoCAD, project management software and computer applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat;
• Excellent communication skills including an excellent command of English (speaking, reading, writing);
• Qualitative abilities including strong analytical skills, technical proficiency and effective problem solving skills;
• Willing and able to learn new products, concepts and techniques;
• Organized team player with strong leadership skills and excellent time management skills; Able to work in a deadline driven, fast-paced environment;
• General understanding of Canadian regulations, local and national codes, legislation and trends impacting the formwork industry;
• Understands how the projects and activities of Doka Canada and the branch offices affects the corporation worldwide.

Problem Solving

This position requires the ability to support the sales function within the office and at times in the customer environment, solving design and field problems on short notice with minimal information.

Communication

Extensive daily interaction with internal colleagues, management and customers.

Mental Effort

Position requires the ability to work in an organized manner, in a fast-paced environment and manage time to meet deadlines. 

Working Conditions

Working conditions vary from that of an office environment: dry, cool, and well lit, to outside conditions (equipment yard or job site), high noise level in certain areas, dust, wind and extreme outdoor temperatures.

If you have a passion to utilize your professional skills towards business efficiency, safety and development, we look forward to receiving your application for this role!

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is located.  If interested, please submit your resume as quickly as possible as interviews will be conducted intermittently.

To qualify:

• applicants must currently reside in Canada and must be authorized to work for any employer in Canada (Permanent resident or Canadian work permit holder);
• must clearly state their desired salary expectations in their cover letter

Important note on remote work - this role is designed to work at the office, however, there may be situations where you are asked to work remotely as required.  We will continually assess based on need and is not guaranteed.

Doka is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  A company of the Umdasch Group.