Millwork Design Manager

7 days ago

Lancaster, PA, United States Lezzer Lumber Full time
Who We Are

Lezzer Lumber, family-owned and operated company, began in 1927 and has remained a leader in the building supply materials industry. Lezzer Lumber has grown over the decades into the 30th largest lumber dealers in the country. We are currently comprised of 12 retail stores, 4 commercial door facilities, and a truss manufacturing plant, all located in Pennsylvania.

What We Do

Lezzer Lumber is a building materials supply company for both commercial and residential building projects. Our commitment to providing quality products to our customers is a constant priority in our business. Lezzer employees are specifically trained to understand the importance of customer service; therefore, Lezzer employees strive to meet the needs of their customers to ensure satisfaction. Our employees have a wealth of knowledge which customers have come to rely on for order accuracy and job completion.

Benefits that Matter:
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Performance Incentive Bonus
  • Medical Insurance (Dental & Vision)
  • Career Opportunities for Advancement
  • 401K Plan with Both Traditional and Roth Options Available
  • Employee Discount
  • Recognition and Rewards for a Job Well Done
Summary: The Millwork Design Manager is responsible for leading the design and engineering in developing high-quality, accurate, and efficient shop drawings and design solutions for custom architectural millwork projects. This role bridges creative design, technical detailing, and production by ensuring drawings meet client specifications, design intent, building codes, and manufacturing capabilities. The Millwork Design Manager collaborates closely with project managers, estimators, clients, and the shop floor to deliver projects on time, within budget, and at the highest level of craftsmanship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Design & Engineering Oversight
  • Review architectural drawings, specifications, and client design intent to develop millwork shop drawings.
  • Ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and aligned with company standards.
  • Oversee submittal process, RFIs, and coordination with architects, designers, and contractors.
Project Coordination
  • Work with project managers to define scope, schedule, and deliverables for the design team.
  • Communicate and collaborate with production and installation teams to resolve technical challenges.
  • Participate in client meetings and design reviews when required.
Quality & Compliance
  • Verify accuracy of drawings before release to production.
  • Ensure all millwork designs comply with industry standards, building codes, and safety regulations.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of materials, finishes, hardware, and fabrication technologies.
Innovation & Process Improvement
  • Introduce design automation tools, 3D modeling, and other technologies to improve efficiency.
  • Continuously refine design workflows to enhance accuracy and reduce rework.
  • Support research and development efforts in new millwork solutions and materials.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, Engineering, or related field (preferred) OR equivalent experience in architectural millwork.
  • Experience in millwork or custom woodworking design, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or other millwork drafting/CAD/CAM software.
  • Strong knowledge of woodworking methods, materials, joinery, and hardware.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Demands / Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to outside weather conditions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms: and talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
  • While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical pans
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne panicles and vibration
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud

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