Employment and Career Opportunities at Strong Tower

Company

Strong Tower Construction is a well-established and growing exterior façade construction company specializing in curtain wall. Strong Tower is headquartered in Louisville. We have been operating for 84 years. We design, fabricate and install our products in commercial buildings throughout most of the United States. Strong Tower is an equal employment opportunity employer with an established culture of rewarding a strong work ethic and providing ongoing training opportunities that promote an environment of creativity and career growth. Strong Tower offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees which includes Major Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance (Employee and Family), 401K with a 4% Company match, Short Term Disability, and Company paid Life Insurance.

Strong Tower has a rewarding career opportunity in Louisville, KY for a SHOP TECHNICIAN. Ideal candidates have prior shop experience with knowledge of custom curtain wall systems / unitized wall systems / structural glass wall systems / or architectural metal panels, although experience is not required, we will train.

Responsibilities Include

Qualifications

• A high school diploma.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Experience in using power hand tools and machines, and able to work outside periodically.
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.
• Be dependable and have a proven history of consistently delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• The best candidate must be a team player with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Detailed oriented with commitment to quality and accuracy.

 

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to strongtwrco@strongtwr.com  No agency phone calls and/or telephone or email inquiries. Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview.

Apply for Shop Technician (Curtain Wall, Panels)

Company

Strong Tower Construction is a well-established and growing exterior façade construction company specializing in curtainwall. Strong Tower is headquartered in Louisville. We have been operating for 84 years. We design, fabricate and install our products in commercial buildings throughout most of the United States. Strong Tower is an equal employment opportunity employer with an established culture of rewarding a strong work ethic and providing ongoing training opportunities that promote an environment of creativity and career growth. Strong Tower offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees that includes Major Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance (Employee and Family), 401K with a 4% Company match, Short Term Disability and Company paid Life Insurance.

Strong Tower has a rewarding career opportunity in Louisville, KY for an ENGINEERING DESIGNER. This individual designs building envelopes, fenestration and other interior and exterior architectural elements including but not limited to unitized curtain walls, entrances, punched windows, coping and interior partitions using computer-aided design(CAD) software. They assist in developing and maintaining company processes and standards and work under the immediate direction of the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities Include

• Completes designs of moderate complexity including assemblies and components using CAD software.
• Generates embed, plan and elevation drawings and shop drawing details using architectural and structural drawings and project scope documents.
• Creates fabrication drawings of assemblies and components.
• Supports production control, shop and field personnel during manufacturing and installation of designed assemblies and components.
• Minimal travel required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years drafting experience and an Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Design Drafting or related field or a minimum of five years of experience in the design of building envelopes and fenestration.
• Experienced in reading and understanding architectural and construction specifications, bid documents and architectural and structural drawings including dimensions, symbols, types of lines, scales and views including elevations, plans and sections.
• Recognized elements and symbols on blueprints, drawings and specifications and are familiar with basic engineering and architectural principals in various structures including poured concrete and steel.
• Proficient in using AutoCAD and Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to research pertinent facts and data from internal and external sources.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent grammar and writing finesse.
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to effectively motivate employees, communicate objectives and action plans and establish positive relationships with stakeholders.

 

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to strongtwrco@strongtwr.com.

For information on Strong Tower Construction, visit our Web site at www.strongtwr.com. Thank you for your interest in Strong Tower. Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview.

Apply for Engineering Designer

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: Estimator (Curtain Wall, Panels, Façade)

Type:  Full Time

Posting Date: April 7, 2017

Company

Strong Tower Construction is a well-established and growing exterior façade construction company specializing in curtainwall. Strong Tower is headquartered in Louisville. We have been operating for 84 years. We design, fabricate and install our products in commercial buildings throughout most of the United States. Strong Tower is an equal employment opportunity employer with an established culture of rewarding a strong work ethic and providing ongoing training opportunities that promote an environment of creativity and career growth. Strong Tower offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees that includes Major Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance (Employee and Family), 401K with a 4% Company match, Short & Long Term Disability and Company paid Life Insurance.

Strong Tower has a rewarding career opportunity in Louisville, KY for an ESTIMATOR. The Estimator will have proven experience in the estimation and or design of engineered curtain wall systems, glazing and the installation of window systems in commercial building projects.  Other exterior (envelope) building activities would be beneficial such as panel installation, etc.

Responsibilities include

Primary responsibilities include: Works collaboratively with Sales, Project Management, Engineering and Field Staff to provide a detailed estimate of all labor and materials required to complete the Scope of Work. Create and maintain all estimating documentation. Analyzes details of each potential project and incorporates lessons learned from previous projects to generate competitive bids. Submits all bid documents in accordance with client requirements. Assist in preparing change orders. Minimal travel required.

Ideal candidates have prior project management or estimating experience and a minimum of five years’ experience with custom curtain wall systems / unitized wall systems / structural glass wall systems / or architectural metal panels. This position requires excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The best candidate must be a team player who is dependable, detail-oriented and committed to quality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project;
• Collaborate with the sales and estimating team during the design-build phase and review product application with project management, among other responsibilities;
• Proficient in architectural blueprint reading, shop drawing preparation using programs such as Bluebeam, Logikal, GDS, CAD Onscreen Takeoff;
• Should have a working knowledge in structural engineering, fabrication, scheduling, ordering material and installation;
• Experience in construction project management with a thorough understanding of the construction process, scheduling, coordination and required communication;
• Develop and assist in owner and client relationships during the sales process;
• Understands, interprets and knows the work that must be performed by other sub-contractors.
• Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems.
• Applies Continuous Improvement principles in own work performance and drives Continuous Improvement application in company operations.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to strongtwrco@strongtwr.com.

Deadline for receipt of resumes: 30 days from posting date

For information on Strong Tower, visit our Web site at www.strongtwr.com. Thank you for your interest in Strong Tower Construction. No agency phone calls and/or telephone or email inquiries. Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview.

 

Apply for Estimator – Curtain Wall Panels Facade

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: Project Manager (Curtain Wall, Panels, Façade)

Type:  Full Time

Posting Date: April 7, 2017

Company

Strong Tower Construction is a well-established and growing exterior façade construction company specializing in curtainwall. Strong Tower is headquartered in Louisville. We have been operating for 84 years. We design, fabricate and install our products in commercial buildings throughout most of the United States. Strong Tower is an equal employment opportunity employer with an established culture of rewarding a strong work ethic and providing ongoing training opportunities that promote an environment of creativity and career growth. Strong Tower offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees that includes Major Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance (Employee and Family), 401K with a 4% Company match, Short & Long Term Disability and Company paid Life Insurance.

Strong Tower has a rewarding career opportunity in Louisville, KY for a PROJECT MANAGER. The Project Manager is responsible for directing and leading all project activity including schedules, spending and related items to ensure timely and quality completion of assigned construction projects. They are relied upon to be the “hub” of project information and communicate regularly with the internal Koch team (Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing and Field) and the external project team (General Contractor & vendors). Primary responsibilities include: Create and maintain all project documentation; Monitor and track project schedule and budget, labor and material takeoffs; Prepare change orders; Ongoing communication and problem-solving throughout the project life cycle and Employee Mentoring.

Responsibilities include

Ideal candidates have prior project management experience and a minimum of five years’ experience with custom curtain wall systems / unitized wall systems / structural glass wall systems / or architectural metal panels. A Bachelors’ Degree in Construction Management or related field is preferred. This position requires excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The best candidate must be a team player who is dependable, detail-oriented and committed to quality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Reviews project proposal or plan to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project.
• Expresses a common vision for the work group. Confers with project staff to outline the work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority.
• Builds a cohesive and effective work team.
• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Understands, interprets and knows the work that must be performed by other sub-contractors.
• Prepares financial statements and reports related to projects.
• Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
• Manages change as a key part of organizational success.
• Prepares project reports for management, client, or others. Manages cash flow of project and assists in the collection of billings.
• Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems.
• Negotiates win-win outcomes in business deals and project situations.
• Confronts performance problems in a constructive manner.
• Applies Continuous Improvement principles in own work performance and drives Continuous Improvement application in company operations.

Submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to strongtwrco@strongtwr.com.

Deadline for receipt of resumes: 30 days from posting date

For information on Strong Tower Construction, visit our Web site at www.strongtwr.com. Thank you for your interest in Strong Tower. No agency phone calls and/or telephone or email inquiries. Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview.

Apply for Career Opportunity Senior Project Manager Curtain Wall Panels Facade

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: AutoCAD Draftsman

Type:  Full Time

Posting Date: April 7, 2017

Company

 

Strong Tower Construction is a well-established and growing exterior façade construction company specializing in curtainwall. Strong Tower is headquartered in Louisville. We have been operating for 84 years. We design, fabricate and install our products in commercial buildings throughout most of the United States. Strong Tower is an equal employment opportunity employer with an established culture of rewarding a strong work ethic and providing ongoing training opportunities that promote an environment of creativity and career growth. Strong Tower offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees that includes Major Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance (Employee and Family), 401K with a 4% Company match, Short & Long Term Disability and Company paid Life Insurance.

Strong Tower has a rewarding career opportunity in Louisville, KY for an AUTOCAD DRAFTSMAN. The AutoCAD Draftsman is someone who is detail-oriented and has an extensive background with Aluminum Storefront, Curtain Wall, Window systems and the General Construction trade. The successful candidate will also have five or more years of experience in the glazing industry. Engineering knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities and Qualifications include

Ideal candidates must be efficient/proficient with AutoCAD 2010 or newer versions. This individual must have five years of experience in the drafting industry (shop/build drawings) and must be able to read, interpret and decipher architectural drawings. Knowledge of fabrication and installation methods pertaining to aluminum systems is a plus. This position requires excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The best candidate must be a team player who is dependable, detail-oriented and committed to quality and accuracy.

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to strongtwrco@strongtwr.com.

Deadline for receipt of resumes: 30 days from posting date

For information on Strong Tower, visit our Web site at www.strongtwr.com. Thank you for your interest in Strong Tower Construction. No agency phone calls and/or telephone or email inquiries. Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview.

 

 

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