Get to know Derek
As Detailing and Design Manager at SWF Industrial, Derek plays a key role in ensuring every project is structurally sound and set up for success. He supports the detailing team with guidance, technical expertise, and scheduling, while personally taking on complex structures or overflow work when needed. From managing weekly workflow to refining internal processes, Derek helps keep the entire detailing operation running smoothly.
What drives him most is simple: helping others. Whether it’s stepping in on a challenging design or adjusting a process to make someone’s day easier, Derek finds purpose in being a steady and supportive presence on the team.
His motivation starts at home—his family is the reason he shows up and gives his best each day. That same sense of care and commitment shows up in his leadership style and how he supports others.
Outside of work, Derek enjoys spending time with family and friends and unwinding on the golf course. Quiet, reliable, and team-oriented, he’s someone who leads by example—with precision, patience, and purpose.