Senior Project Designer

Senior Project Designer

Location: Kleefeld or Winnipeg, MB

Term: Full Time

Reporting to the: COMMERCIAL DESIGN LEAD

About Cornerstone Timberframes

For more than three decades, Cornerstone has been a trusted leader in mass timber and timber frame design. We’re a family-owned business with a team of innovative professionals who are passionate about sustainability, craftsmanship, and high-quality design.

From modern commercial buildings and public spaces to custom homes and heritage-inspired structures, our work blends timeless techniques with cutting-edge tools to create projects that truly stand out.

We’re proud to say our team is made up of energetic professionals doing exciting, meaningful work—and we’re intentional about building a company culture that’s fun, inclusive, and supportive. Whether it’s team BBQ’s, collaborative problem-solving, or just a good laugh on the shop floor, we believe that great work happens when people feel valued and connected.

What You’ll Do

Lead Innovative Design

Drive the conceptual and technical design of timber frame and mass timber commercial and institutional projects
Help evolve internal design standards and bring fresh ideas to timber practices
Collaborate Across Teams

Work directly with architects, engineers, clients, and builders
Coordinate with internal sales, estimating, production, and installation teams to align vision with execution
Execute with Precision

Produce and review detailed shop drawings and construction documents
Troubleshoot design challenges and ensure the highest standards of quality
Mentor & Support

Guide and mentor junior designers and drafters
Review work, share knowledge, and foster a culture of excellence
What You Bring

· 10+ years in architectural design/drafting or 5+ years of timber industry experience

· Experience leading large-scale projects ($5M+ in construction value)

· Strong shop drawing and technical documentation skills

· Proficiency in SketchUp, Revit, or similar 3D modeling tools

· Comfortable with Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite

· Cadwork experience is a strong asset

· Experience with prefabricated building systems is an advantage

· A post-secondary education in Computer Aided Design, Architecture, or related field

· A detail-oriented, proactive mindset and excellent communication skills

· A collaborative spirit

Why You’ll Love Working Here

· Be Part of a Growing Industry – Mass timber is transforming construction.

· Build Work You’re Proud Of – See your designs take shape across Canada and beyond.

· Young, Fun, Supportive Team – We work hard, support each other, and keep it fun.

· Career Growth & Mentorship – Learn, lead, and grow with a company on the rise.

· Location Flexibility – Winnipeg or Kleefeld, MB—or remote for the perfect candidate.

· Family-Owned with Big Vision – Join a team where your contributions matter.

Ready to design a more sustainable future—and have fun doing it?
Apply today by sending your resume and portfolio to careers@cstf.ca

We look forward to connecting with you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Work Location: In person