Cabinetry Designer Assistant

Rate TBD

Location Ottawa, ON Canada (On-site)

Type of project Administration, Designing & Media Architect, Customer service, Interior designer

Duration contract ongoing

Education required College/University

Years of experience 2 - 5 years

Type of employment N/A

Area of Specialization Architecture

Languages required N/A

Workhoppers Home Ottawa ON

Description

Job Description

KEYS AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Project Development and Planning:

·         Work with the Senior Designer in responding to the
design needs of Architects, Developers and Homeowners to create,
consult and                 communicate with clients to meet
their design goals

·         Using AutoCAD, create detailed drawings to support
the Senior Designer at our Ottawa Showroom

·         Conduct site measurements and site visits

·         Source pricing for speciality items

·         Maintain on-going client contact on design matters
throughout their project

·         Attend Engineering and Production Planning meetings
as necessary (virtual)

·         Meet Cedar Ridge Designs standards in design,
processes, cost control, communication and customer service

·         Source materials and appliance specifications.

·         Build and maintain positive relationships with
clients, other Designers, Administrative Staff, Engineering Team,
Workshop Manager,                Project Leads, Installation
Service Manager and Installers

Technical Responsibilities:

·         Must be technically proficient in AutoCAD, learn or
use Cabinet Vision.  Sketch Up is also a useful skill.

·         Have a complete understanding of cabinet making
procedures and stay updated on new methods / applications

·         Review, clarify and finalize job details with the
Senior Designer

Process Responsibilities:

·         Be effective and consistent in the use of all our processes, controls and
the design responsibilities within the ERM (Enterprise Resource
Management) system

·         Complete Our Design standards for job
specifications

·         Complete Customer Specification List with all
client details, job specifications and drawings as signed off by the
client

·         Maintain all project records in an organized and
accessible format

·         Confirm all meetings, telephone calls and
conversations in email format

·         Maintain computer files in proper directories

Skills, Experience, Competencies:

·         2 – 3 years’ experience in cabinetry / millwork
design

·         Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal
communication skills

·         Multi-tasker / fast paced

·         Effective problem solver

·         Have a passion for detail in design and customer
service

·         Experience in preparing and reading shop drawings

·         Have the emotional intelligence to positively
influence a range of clients, issues and complex situations