Senior Project Designer — hero

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

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person