Design Supervisor/Lead Estimator

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We are currently seeking a skilled Lead Estimator/ Design Supervisor with at least 10 years of experience in the Furniture Trading industry within the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Supervision: Lead and supervise a team of designers and estimators, ensuring projects are completed on time and to client satisfaction. Mentor and train junior staff, helping them improve their design and estimation skills. Assign tasks and ensure efficient workload distribution across the team.
• Client Interaction & Relationship Management: Communicate with clients to understand their needs and ensure designs meet expectations. Conduct meetings with clients to present design concepts, estimations, and revisions. Build and maintain strong client, supplier, and contractor relationships.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure designs and estimates adhere to company standards and client requirements. Review product specifications and ensure their accuracy and feasibility. Maintain high-quality standards for design execution and final delivery.
• Collaborative Design & Estimation: Collaborate with sales, procurement, and installation teams for seamless project execution. Lead design reviews and estimations for large, complex projects. Ensure design concepts are practical, cost-effective, and meet project requirements.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Stay updated with industry trends and materials, applying innovations in design processes. Suggest process improvements to increase design efficiency and project accuracy. Contribute to enhancing department workflows and overall project delivery.
• Supplier Management: Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to achieve the best possible terms for the company. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers through clear communication and prompt issue resolution. Coordinate with contractors and suppliers to ensure smooth procurement.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in the furniture trading industry. Proven experience leading teams and managing projects in commercial furniture design and estimation. Strong background in handling large-scale projects with high-quality standards.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Google SketchUp for 3D modeling and rendering of office interiors and furniture. Strong experience in AutoCAD for 2D drawings and space planning. Advanced knowledge of furniture specification and estimation processes.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and client management abilities. Ability to handle complex projects, with a keen eye for detail and quality control. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Industry Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of commercial furniture design and the UAE market. Up-to-date with the latest industry trends, materials, and technologies.
• Furniture Estimation: At least 10 years of experience in estimating commercial furniture products and creating detailed specifications.
• Furniture Trading in UAE: Minimum of 2 years of experience working in the UAE's furniture trading industry, understanding local market demands and regulations.

Skills: furniture, design, team leadership, project

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Architecture and Planning

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