Technical Design Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Technical Design Lead

Nicole Fisher Interiors

What You Are Responsible For

You own the space between design intent and built reality.

Technical Design Execution

• Translate design into complete, buildable documentation
• Produce and oversee elevations, millwork, lighting plans, and detailed drawing sets
• Review and redline all technical work before it leaves the studio
• Eliminate ambiguity between what is designed and what gets built

Project Execution & Site Leadership

• Support and progressively own project timelines from post-design through install
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment with design intent
• Identify and solve issues in real time on site, not after the fact
• Communicate directly with contractors, fabricators, and trades with authority and clarity
• Manage conversations on site with confidence. You are not there to observe. You are there to lead

Construction & Trade Coordination

• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and materials
• Read, interpret, and challenge architectural and contractor drawings where needed
• Ensure all parties are aligned on scope, details, and execution standards
• Prevent mistakes by catching gaps before they are built

Procurement Alignment

• Work closely with Procurement Manager to align product timelines with construction
• Flag long-lead risks early
• Support install readiness planning

Team Contribution

• Support and mentor junior designers on technical thinking
• Help reinforce documentation standards across the team
• Operate as a bridge between design and execution

What Success Looks Like

• Drawings are clear, complete, and buildable without confusion
• Site visits result in decisions, not questions
• Contractors respect you because you know what you’re talking about
• Fewer RFIs due to strong documentation and proactive coordination
• Issues are identified early, not discovered on site
• Procurement and construction timelines are aligned
• You require less oversight over time, not more

How You Work

• You take initiative without waiting for direction
• You are detail-obsessed and intolerant of sloppy work
• You communicate clearly, directly, and early
• You think ahead, not just react
• You take responsibility for outcomes, not tasks

What You’re Walking Into

A full-service luxury interior design firm scaling quickly.

You will work directly with:

• Design Director — owns design vision and sourcing
• Principal — sets creative direction and business strategy

This role sits inside execution and grows into leadership.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in technical design, interiors, or architecture
• Strong proficiency in construction drawings and detailing
• Proven on-site experience with contractors and trades
• Ability to confidently communicate and manage conversations on job sites
• Deep understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and materials
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans fluently
• Understanding of how design decisions impact budget and timeline

Non-Negotiables

• You cannot be precious about your work. It needs to be buildable
• You must be comfortable being held accountable
• You must be able to lead on site, not just support from a desk
• You must be able to hold your own with contractors and trades

A Quick Test

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Why This Role Is Different

Most firms let execution fall apart between design and construction.

We don’t.

We believe:

• The design only matters if it’s executed correctly
• Precision is what creates luxury
• Details are everything