Submittal & Design Technician (Commercial Roofing)

About Ideal Building Solutions

Ideal Building Solutions is well-known in the roofing industry for exceeding manufacturer standards and getting a project done right. We stand behind our work and are proud to offer the highest quality roofing available. At IDEAL, our purpose is to show up to work to Do Hard Things and Become a Better Version of ourselves. If you are looking for long-term employment in a field where every day is different and the company invests in your growth please consider applying with IDEAL Building Solutions.

This is a full-time in-office role, M-F from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm with a 1-hour lunch. Candidates living farther than 40 miles or 1 1/2 hours from the office will not be considered for the position.

Salary: $75,000 - $100,000

Job Description

The Design Technician is responsible for developing shop drawings, roof plans, product submittals, and construction details to support new roofing and re-roofing projects. This role works closely with estimating, project management, general contractors, and manufacturers to ensure designs are accurate, compliant, and approved for construction.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Roofing experience is a plus, but a strong willingness & ability to learn roofing systems, standards, and manufacturer requirements is essential.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop shop drawings, roof plans, product submittals, and detailed construction drawings for new construction and re-roofing projects.
• Interpret project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to produce accurate, buildable designs.
• Attend and participate in preconstruction meetings with general contractors and project teams.
• Coordinate with roofing manufacturers to develop project-specific details and resolve technical challenges.
• Submit design details, product submittals, and shop drawings through Procore or similar software for review and approval.
• Submit design details and product substitutions to manufacturers for review and approval to ensure warranty compliance.
• Collaborate with the estimating and operations teams, particularly on re-roofing projects, to support scope development and project planning.
• Create and maintain a database of standard roofing details for use by estimating and project management teams.
• Revise drawings based on feedback from internal teams, field conditions, and external stakeholders.
• Review and incorporate design changes, project bulletins, and ASIs into drawings and project documentation.
• Assist in evaluating change orders and design revisions to identify scope impacts and support pricing efforts.
• Support problem-solving related to design and detailing challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
• Follow up with estimating, internal project teams, and general contractors regarding approvals, questions, and responses, and maintain a tracking database of approvals and due dates.
• Maintain organized drawing files, version control, and project documentation.
• Ensure all approved drawings and submittals are accessible to relevant team members.
  
  

Performance Expectations

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication skills to work with general contractors, manufacturers, and internal teams.
• Produce accurate, complete, and timely product data & shop drawings, and design details.
• Ensure all manufacturer and submittal approvals are obtained before project start.
• Effectively support estimating and project teams with design input and coordination.
• Accurately incorporate and track design changes, bulletins, and revisions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify cost impacts from change orders and design modifications in a timely manner.
• Maintain and continuously improve the standard detail library.
• Successfully manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn and apply roofing system knowledge and industry standards.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Shop Drawing Turnaround Time: Complete and submit shop drawings within established timelines based on project size and schedule.
• Revision & Bulletin Accuracy: Accurately incorporate design changes, ASIs, and project bulletins with minimal errors or rework.
• Manufacturer Approval Timeliness: Submit and obtain manufacturer approvals in alignment with project schedules to avoid delays.
• Project Load Management: Effectively manage multiple active projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
  
  

Education & Experience Requirements

• 2 years of drafting, design, or construction-related experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar drafting software preferred.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, PlanSwift, Salesforce, Slack, and SafetyCulture preferred.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software preferred.
• Roofing or re-roofing experience is a plus; however, willingness to learn is required.
  
  

Minimum Employment Requirements

• Clear a National, State, and Local Background Check.
• Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen & complete a post-offer pre-employment physical.
• Pass the 90-day introductory period.
  
  

Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Extra Holidays Paid: New Years Eve, Christmas Eve, and Friday after Thanksgiving
• 401K Plan with Company Match.
• Generous Referral Bonus Program
• Work / Home Life Balance.
• Industry Leading safe working conditions.
• Ongoing safety training and performance enhancement.
• Health and Insurance Benefits
• 50% paid by Company
• Health Insurance with Multiple Tiers to Choose From
• Employee, Employee Spouse, Employee Children, Employee Family Options
• Cost Competitive Rate paid by Employee
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Accidental Insurance
• Opportunity to grow with a company that values you and is here to invest in your personal growth.
  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position.

Hours: Must be flexible

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Eeo

We're an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.