Roof Systems Design Consultant

WHO WE ARE

At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe.

Every Seaman Corporation associate plays a valuable role in our company’s continuous growth. We believe by investing in the right people and resources, we can drive sustainable growth across the entire business.

Seaman Corporation products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions start to finish.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules and remote work from home up to two days per week (if applicable to role)
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company-wide dinner

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Roof Systems Design Consultant to join our FiberTite Commercial team! This position will report to the Technical Services Manager.

POSITION SUMMARY

The FiberTite Roof System Design Consultant collaborates and provides expertise, guidance, and assistance to roof design professionals (architects/engineers/roof consultants), property owners and managers, Seaman Corp Authorized Applicators, and FiberTite Sales and Technical Services Associates, for the design and development of specifications for new, or replacement of, commercial/industrial roofs, utilizing a FiberTite Roof System. Design guidance and assistance includes building code compliance, and detail drawings and installation guidelines as applicable. Additionally, position oversees FiberTite Roof System specifications and construction drawings, and Roof Design education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Roof Design collaboration with Roof Specifiers and FiberTite Associates of Project Specifications, including Building Code Compliance, and related Detail Drawings and Installation Guidance as applicable
• Create and / or Maintain Project Opportunities in Seaman-360 as applicable, including as project progresses, posting of Project Specifications and revisions, and related technical information as applicable (Building Code Compliance data, related FiberTite Product information, Detail Drawings, Installation Guidance).
• Development and Maintenance of FTR ARCAT & Guide-Spec specifications in collaboration with Product Development, Marketing
• Development and Maintenance of FTR construction Detail Drawings, in Auto-CAD and Architectural Building Information Modeling (BIM) objects formats.
• Development and Delivery of Roof Design Courses for FiberTite Specifiers (Architects, Engineers, Building Owners, Roof Consultants, Authorized Applicators) and FiberTite Associates in collaboration with FiberTite Sales, Product Management, and Marketing.
• Provide expertise for FiberTite Roofing Systems and Products in support of the needs of Sales, Technical Services, and CARE Group.
• S erve, as assigned, as Seaman Representative at Industry Trade Organizations (i.e. ASTM, SPRI, CFFA/VRA), providing status reports following meetings and key developments.
• Collaborate with Codes & Approvals Team, Technical and Product Managers to analyze competitive roof systems and products for technical performance and positioning, and develop and deliver technical countermeasures and alternative responses for Sales & Technical Services.
• Collaborate with the Codes & Approvals team to organize, plan and execute assigned projects on time and on budget, coordinate overall project, resources, schedule, scope, sample construction, deliverables, execution and final reporting.
• Assist Technical, Product, & Marketing Managers in development of marketing/sales tools as required.
• Conduct thorough design reviews of taper insulation layouts and metal edge systems details to ensure compliance with warranty requirements, project specifications, performance requirements, and industry standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and analyze architectural and structural design plans provided by architects and specifiers to ensure project alignment and feasibility.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Practical experience of hands-on roof construction, knowledge of structural and engineering issues relevant to effective roof design, as well as understanding of local, regional, and national building codes and requirements.
• Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM®) or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Design, or related technical field with 3-5 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should be aligned with our company values and demonstrate the following competencies:

Do What’s Right

• Safety: Safety is our priority and everyone’s responsibility. If you see something unsafe, you are called to say something.
• Customer Focus: We are in business for the customer. Our (internal and external) customers deserve our focus, and we can create solutions that solve their needs.
• Integrity: Our words and actions reflect our values, and we hold respect for all individuals.

Work Together

• Collaboration: We must share openly with one another, listen actively, and seek to understand the needs of our colleagues. We will respect diversity and work to find common ground.
• Teamwork: We will trust the person and attack the process.

Create Solutions

• Entrepreneurism: Act with a spirit of entrepreneurism, challenge the status quo, and find innovative solutions to our obstacles.
• Continuous Improvement: Everyone is an advocate for continuous improvement. Be willing to learn something new and accept that failure is a part of the process.
• Results: At the end of the day, results are what drive us forward. Hold yourself accountable to remove roadblocks and focus on the outcome over the activity.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 25%

Seaman Corporation is an EEO / Affirmative Action Employer.

Seaman Corporation values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants based on experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law.

Seaman Corporation is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

If you require reasonable accommodation, as a candidate for employment, please inform Human Resources.