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Truss Design Project Manager (Sales)

Garfield Truss Company, Garfield, MN, United States


Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Garfield Truss is growing—and we’re looking for a Truss Design Project Manager with a sales mindset to help us serve high-end residential builders, contractors, and lumberyards with precision, creativity, and reliability. This is not a typical desk job. You’ll be at the center of the action—working directly with customers, solving structural challenges, coordinating production, and ensuring every project runs smoothly from concept to delivery. Garfield is not a typical place to work. We are in the heart of Minnesota’s Lakes Region. Our team gets to live where most people vacation. The best recreational lakes are within a short distance of our plant. You could go home to the lake every day! What You’ll Do Design roof and floor truss systems using industry software (Alpine) Work directly with contractors, builders, and lumberyards to scope and estimate projects Manage projects from initial quote through production and delivery Collaborate with our production team to ensure accuracy and efficiency Solve complex framing and structural challenges with creative, buildable solutions Communicate timelines, pricing, and design decisions clearly to customers What We’re Looking For Experience in truss design, component manufacturing, or structural framing Understanding of residential construction practices Ability to balance technical design + customer-facing sales Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Experience with truss design software preferred (MiTek, Alpine, etc.) Why Garfield Truss? We’re not a high-volume, low-touch operation. Our customers come to us because: We solve problems others can’t We care about the details You’ll be part of a team that values craftsmanship, relationships, and continuous improvement —with the opportunity to grow alongside the business. Competitive salary (based on experience) Performance-based incentives Opportunity to grow into a key leadership role Who This Role Is Perfect For A truss designer who wants more ownership and customer interaction Someone who enjoys solving real-world building challenges—not just pushing paperwork Someone who loves the lake life and wants to live where they play If you’re ready to build something meaningful—with a team that values quality and relationships—apply today or reach out directly. #J-18808-Ljbffr