Design & Project Coordinator

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Design & Project Coordinator

Company:Swift Furniture Install

Industry:Commercial Woodworking / Custom Millwork & Furniture Installation
Employment Type:Full-Time

Schedule:Approximately 32 hours per week / 4 days per week
Location:Remote
About Swift Furniture Install

Swift Furniture Install is a commercial woodworking and furniture installation company with approximately 10 years of industry experience. The company specializes in custom woodworking projects includingcustom displays, wall paneling, bookshelves, tools, and other commercial woodworking applications.

As Swift Furniture Install continues to grow, the company is looking for a versatile and highly organizedDesign & Project Coordinatorwho can support the business across both its technical design and project management functions.

This is an opportunity to become an important part of a growing operation and take ownership of projects from the initial review and design stage through material coordination, fabrication planning, and administrative follow-through.
Position Overview

Swift Furniture Install is seeking aDesign & Project Coordinatorwith strong SketchUp experience and the ability to operate across bothdesign/engineering and project administration.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable reviewing project requirements, developing detailed SketchUp designs and fabrication plans, coordinating materials with suppliers and factories, and keeping projects organized from start to finish.

This person will typically be responsible for managing3–4 larger projects simultaneously, requiring strong organization, attention to detail, prioritization, and communication.

The role is designed for someone who can operate independently, solve problems, communicate effectively with factory and supplier personnel, and eventually take on additional responsibilities as the company continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

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Create detailed designs and fabrication plans usingSketchUp.

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Translate project requirements into accurate and practical fabrication drawings.

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Review jobs and determine the necessary materials, dimensions, specifications, and fabrication requirements.

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Review designs for accuracy, functionality, and manufacturability.

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Make revisions to designs based on project requirements and fabrication feedback.

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Organize and maintain design files and project documentation.

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Work with existing design concepts and develop them into production-ready plans.

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Identify potential design or fabrication issues before projects move into production.

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UtilizeMosaicand other relevant design or project-management software as required.

Project Coordination

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Manage multiple commercial woodworking projects simultaneously, typically3–4 projects at various stages of completion.

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Track project progress and ensure important deadlines and deliverables are being met.

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Coordinate the transition of projects from design into fabrication.

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Review project requirements and ensure factories have the information needed to complete the work correctly.

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Communicate project specifications, changes, and requirements to factories and suppliers.

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Follow up on outstanding materials, fabrication requirements, and project-related items.

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Identify potential delays or issues and communicate them proactively.

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Maintain organized project records and documentation.

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Assist with overall project scheduling and administrative coordination.

Materials & Procurement

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Determine materials and components required for individual projects.

- Create and manage material orders.

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Coordinate with suppliers and factories to ensure materials and components are available when needed.

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Verify orders and project specifications for accuracy.

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Communicate with vendors regarding availability, specifications, timelines, and changes.

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Help identify opportunities to improve material planning and project