Project Specialist

The Cabinet / Countertop Project Specialist is responsible for overseeing cabinet & countertop projects from contract award through final installation and closeout. This role coordinates cross-functional teams, manages schedules and budgets, ensures quality and compliance, and serves as the primary point of contact for internal teams, builders, and vendors.

Job Responsibilities:

Project Management Manage cabinet/countertop drawings from creation through fabrication, installation, and final acceptance. Develop and maintain project schedules to meet builder and production milestones. Create and track (ECOs) and scope adjustments. Serve as the main point of contact for drawings between the customer. Attend kickoff & precon meetings and ongoing project status reviews. Communicate risks, delays, and changes proactively to stakeholders. Review SOW, specifications, plans, and finish selections for accuracy and completeness. Ensure all required documentation is entered and maintained in internal systems (ERP/Filemaker/PM tools). Manage approvals for submittals, templates, shop drawings, and changes. Ensure cabinets & countertops meet company quality standards, customer expectations, and code requirements. Coordinate issue resolution related to fabrication defects, installation concerns, or field conditions. Support inspections, frame walks, and final sign-off. Coordinate with fabrication and installation teams to align capacity and sequencing. Resolve field issues quickly to minimize production or installation disruptions. Support continuous improvement initiatives for bidding-to-production workflows. Qualifications Required 3-5+ years of project management experience in countertops, cabinetry, millwork, or construction trades. Strong understanding of countertop materials (quartz, granite, solid surface, porcelain, laminate, etc.) Ability to read architectural plans and specifications. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to read/interpret blueprints. Personable - strong oral, written and interpersonal communication. Self-motivated, quick learner. Collaborative, adaptable, creative, honest, positive. Problem solving/critical thinking. Project planning, scheduling, to meet deadlines. Strong organization. High attention to details. Provide a positive customer experience from start to finish. High-volume/fast-paced environment. Team-oriented. Provide assistance with departmental tasks to achieve organizational goals. Other duties as assigned. Hybrid - In office 3 days per week. Occasionally on jobsites to conduct shop review meetings. Ability to travel up to 50%. Preferred Experience working with production builders or multifamily projects. Familiarity with ERP, CRM, or project management software. Background in fabrication or field installation environments.