Regional Director - TN, LA, SE TX (home based office in Nashville or Houston area)

Are you a design professional who’s tired of being stuck behind a desk? Are you qualified to join a team of wood design experts who provide technical support and education to engineers, architects, developers and others throughout the U.S.? Do you want to contribute to more sustainable cities?

WoodWorks is America’s ‘go to’ organization for project assistance and resources related to commercial and multi-family wood buildings—and we’re looking for a skilled professional to be part of our team. In addition to an impressive compensation and benefits package, WoodWorks offers an enjoyable team atmosphere, the opportunity to become an expert in wood structures, schedule flexibility, and the chance for a rewarding career in the wood industry.

Home based office in Nashville, TN or Houston, TX area

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Regional Director is responsible for contacting and developing relationships with design, construction, real estate development, and other professionals, within an assigned region, to encourage and provide solutions for the use of wood in non-residential and multi-family buildings. This person develops new opportunities for the softwood lumber industry and serves as an educator while also providing structural and architectural design guidance to clients. They are the 'go to' resource for design, construction, and development professionals with questions about the use of wood in their projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•       Proficiency in building codes and standards for wood-frame construction and ability to provide information and solutions to design professionals who have questions or issues related to specific projects

•       Ability to proactively initiate contact with architects, engineers, contractors, developers, building officials, and others involved in the design and construction of buildings

•       Excellent oral and written communication skills to represent the industry and WoodWorks

•       Ability to engage design and construction professionals in positive discussions regarding material selection

•       Ability to take initiative and work independently without direct supervision

•       Proficiency in Microsoft systems including Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point

•       Experience with SalesForce is a plus

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

•       BS or MS in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering

•       Professional Engineer

•       5+ years structural design experience Preferred:

•       Project management experience (business development/marketing a plus)

•       Light-frame wood design experience

•       Mass Timber design experience

•       IBC and local building codes, fire, design experience

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

•       Frequent regional travel for meetings (frequent day and occasional overnight)

•       National travel of 2-4 trips annually (more during the first year for training and team development)

•       Possession of a valid and unrestricted U.S. driver’s license

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WoodWorks and Wood Products Council are active Equal Employment Opportunity Employers, M/F/D/V. We welcome all people regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, age sex, disability, veteran status, or other category protected by law.