Millwork Shop Manager

Job description

This job is posted on behalf of CLT Recruiters Millwork Shop Manager Location: Long Island City, NY Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site About the Role Our client is a high-end custom millwork operation based in Long Island City, producing luxury grade millwork for prestigious residential projects. Their 12,000 sq ft shop is a full-service fabrication environment — design review, production, finishing, delivery, and installation — and they hold every project to an uncompromising standard of craftsmanship. They are seeking an experienced Millwork Shop Manager to take full ownership of shop operations: workflow, production scheduling, quality control, estimating, procurement, and site coordination. This is a leadership role for someone who knows the millwork trade from the inside out and can run a shop with the discipline and attention to detail that luxury residential work demands. What We’re Looking For The right candidate has managed a millwork shop before — not just supervised on the floor, but owned the full operational picture. They know wood, they know hardware, they know how to read a shop drawing and spot a problem before it becomes a field issue. A proven shop manager with luxury residential or high-end interior millwork experience Technically strong in shop drawing review, site measurement, and estimating Operationally sharp — able to manage schedules, procurement, and multiple concurrent projects without losing control of quality A clear communicator with clients, architects, site supers, and vendors A leader who holds the team to the standard the product requires Core Responsibilities Shop Operations & Production Manage all daily operations of the millwork shop including workflow sequencing, production scheduling, quality control, and safety compliance Oversee fabrication processes end to end, ensuring all finished products meet luxury grade standards of craftsmanship, detail, and customization Enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe, organized shop environment Stay current on industry trends, materials, hardware, and fabrication techniques relevant to high-end millwork Drawing Review & Field Coordination Review and approve all shop drawings for accuracy, feasibility, and adherence to project specifications prior to release for production Conduct site measurements and coordinate with project teams to verify field conditions and resolve discrepancies before they impact fabrication Estimating & Procurement Prepare detailed estimates and material take-offs for all millwork components, accurately assessing costs and resource requirements Procure all materials required for production — wood species, hardware, finishes, and accessories — within established budget parameters Delivery, Installation & Project Coordination Schedule, coordinate, and monitor the delivery and on-site installation of millwork components, maintaining project timelines throughout Communicate proactively with site superintendents, architects, clients, and vendors to clarify requirements and manage expectations Qualifications Proven experience managing or supervising a residential or commercial millwork shop, preferably in the luxury or high-end interior market — required Strong working knowledge of wood species, hardware, finishes, and fabrication techniques Expertise in shop drawing review, site measurements, and project estimating Excellent organizational and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate multiple concurrent projects Effective communicator — able to liaise professionally with clients, architects, vendors, and project teams Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability when project conditions change Proficiency in AutoCAD 2023 (drafting and drawing review) is a plus Experience with Procore or comparable project management platforms is advantageous The Opportunity This is a strong opportunity for an experienced millwork professional to step into a shop leadership role at a company that takes genuine pride in what it produces. Our client offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, a well-equipped 12,000 sq ft facility, and a team culture defined by craft and quality. If you are an operationally sharp shop manager who thrives in a high-standard environment and wants to own the operation — not just supervise it — we want to hear from you. Our client is an equal opportunity employer.