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 documentationProduce and oversee elevations, millwork, lighting plans, and detailed drawing setsReview and redline all technical work before it leaves the studioEliminate ambiguity between what is designed and what gets builtProject Execution & Site Leadership
Support and progressively own project timelines from post-design through installConduct regular site visits to ensure accuracy, quality, and alignment with design intentIdentify and solve issues in real time on site, not after the factCommunicate directly with contractors, fabricators, and trades with authority and clarityManage conversations on site with confidence. You are not there to observe. You are there to leadConstruction & Trade Coordination
Demonstrate strong working knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and materialsRead, interpret, and challenge architectural and contractor drawings where neededEnsure all parties are aligned on scope, details, and execution standardsPrevent mistakes by catching gaps before they are builtProcurement Alignment
Work closely with Procurement Manager to align product timelines with constructionFlag long-lead risks earlySupport install readiness planningTeam Contribution
Support and mentor junior designers on technical thinkingHelp reinforce documentation standards across the teamOperate as a bridge between design and executionWhat Success Looks Like
Drawings are clear, complete, and buildable without confusionSite visits result in decisions, not questionsContractors respect you because you know what you’re talking aboutFewer RFIs due to strong documentation and proactive coordinationIssues are identified early, not discovered on siteProcurement and construction timelines are alignedYou require less oversight over time, not moreHow You Work
You take initiative without waiting for directionYou are detail-obsessed and intolerant of sloppy workYou communicate clearly, directly, and earlyYou think ahead, not just reactYou take responsibility for outcomes, not tasksWhat You’re Walking Into
A full-service luxury interior design firm scaling quickly.
You will work directly with:
Design Director — owns design vision and sourcingPrincipal — sets creative direction and business strategyThis role sits inside execution and grows into leadership.
Requirements
5+ years of experience in technical design, interiors, or architectureStrong proficiency in construction drawings and detailingProven on-site experience with contractors and tradesAbility to confidently communicate and manage conversations on job sitesDeep understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and materialsAbility to read and interpret architectural plans fluentlyUnderstanding of how design decisions impact budget and timelineNon-Negotiables
You cannot be precious about your work. It needs to be buildableYou must be comfortable being held accountableYou must be able to lead on site, not just support from a deskYou must be able to hold your own with contractors and tradesA 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 correctlyPrecision is what creates luxuryDetails are everything Read Less