Technical Design Coordinator

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Maintain the capacity calendar, department schedule (RUNN), and assign labor to ensure projects are properly staffed to hit required timelines.
• Manage all small and quick turn projects by creating the required Start Up documents, schedule, and work assignments.
• Maintain and periodically review the Technical Design Department's standards, best practices, processes, and communication documents.
• Maintain and periodically review the Technical Design Department's templates for drafting and CNC.
• Thoroughly review technical design drawings prior to client submittal and shop release for assigned projects.
• Clearly communicate the agreed-upon fabrication methodology to the Technical Design team.

Problem Solving

• Review and synthesize the ideas of others to create the best and most appropriate solutions.
• Analyze and problem-solve different, unique fabrication challenges with an eye towards finding simple effective solutions with frequent use of ingenuity and creativity.
• Make decisions based upon critical thinking, input of others, sound judgment, risk aversion, and the budget.

Team Support

• Promote effective collaboration and idea sharing.
• Work to support the Project Managers, Technical Designers, Project Leads, and Fabricators so that they can each approach their job with confidence and trust.
• Use and promote Ravenswood Studio’s Key Predictors of Success.
• Inspire positivity, exude a sense of calm competence, and listen to others.
• Promote our efforts towards Continual Incremental Improvements.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency in Autodesk products including 3D AutoCAD.
• Relevant degree/diploma, professional certification, or equivalent work experience/demonstrated skills.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Detailer in one or more of the following industries: museum exhibit, display, cabinetry/millwork, theater, or opera.
• Proactive, aware, and focused.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, solve problems, and think analytically.
• Strong understanding of the materials and methods used in a custom fabrication facility.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Honest, proactive, responsive, anticipatory, and shows empathy for others.