Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Communication Skills, Construction Drawings, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Embedded Systems, Furniture, Furniture Construction, Identify Issues, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Schedule, Project Lifecycle, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Technical Presentation, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Writing Skills
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Design Coordinator — Custom Kitchens & Bespoke Joinery
Location: New York, NY
Compensation: $85,000 – $105,000 | Based on Experience
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
About the Role
Our client is a fourth-generation luxury design and manufacturing company with studios in New York, London, and Vienna, known for producing custom kitchens, bespoke furniture, and highend joinery for the world's most prestigious private residences. They are seeking an enthusiastic, technically strong Design Coordinator to join their New York team.
In this role you will be embedded in the full project lifecycle — working alongside the Project Manager and Technical Designer from kick-off through close-out. You will be responsible for translating design intent into precise technical drawings for production and installation, coordinating across departments, and serving as the critical link between the NYC team and the company's manufacturing facilities in Europe. The work is detailed, collaborative, and uncompromising in its standards.
What We're Looking For
This role is equal parts technical and collaborative. The ideal candidate thinks like a maker — they understand how things are built, not just how they look on paper.
- Technically proficient in AutoCAD (2D and 3D) with experience producing manufacturing and installation drawings
- Understands modern furniture and joinery construction techniques from the inside out
- Detail-oriented in a way that matters — asking “How am I going to build this?” before finalizing any detail
- A proactive communicator who keeps teams aligned without being prompted
- Collaborative by nature, with the ability to work fluidly across design, production, and site teams
Core Responsibilities
Technical Drawing & Documentation
- Create technical production drawings, manufacturing drawings, and installation drawings for luxury bespoke kitchen and joinery projects
- Undertake site surveys and produce setting-out drawings based on field conditions
- Analyze and overlay drawing revisions to identify and document changes
- Coordinate and brief the Technical Designer on project-specific requirements
Project Coordination
- Support the Project Manager across the full project lifecycle, from kick-off through installation close-out
- Manage project timelines and track drawing deliverables against production schedules
- Liaise directly with the company's European production and manufacturing facilities to develop and resolve technical details
- Coordinate with the on-site installation team to ensure smooth execution from delivery through final fit
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Maintain active communication with multiple internal departments throughout the project lifespan
- Contribute proactively to problem-solving across design, production, and installation phases
Qualifications
- Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and 3D — required; must be able to produce construction ready drawings independently
- Experience in luxury furniture, custom cabinetry, bespoke joinery, or high-end interior fitout
- Strong understanding of material properties, furniture construction methods, and manufacturing processes
- Experience with project planning and timeline management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to coordinate clearly across time zones and disciplines
- Sharp attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues before they escalate
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
The Opportunity
This is an exceptional opportunity to build your career within a company whose work represents the very top of the luxury custom market. Our client offers a competitive compensation package ($85,000–$105,000 based on experience), a comprehensive benefits package, and a creative, craft-focused team environment unlike anything in the mass-market world. If you are a technically strong designer with a maker's mindset and a passion for precision, this is the role for you.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer.