Setting out Manager – Manufacturing Projects

About the role

The Setting out Manager will coordinate internal and external clients and lead the setting out team to ensure smooth project manufacturing, quality, cost performance and client satisfaction. The role supports divisional performance, efficiency improvements and strategic planning of setting out resources.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee assigned projects, reviewing details and guiding the setting out team through material submissions, procurement, shop drawing development, prototyping and manufacturing delivery.
• Manage project programmes, schedules and client expectations, ensuring timely approval of shop drawings and submittals.
• Coordinate with production departments, verify material details, and handle variations with clients.
• Identify material requirements, lead procurement and planning to guarantee material arrival before production.
• Manage RFIs, source hardware accessories, and optimise procurement processes.
• Issue cutting lists and loading lines to the factory, and arrange site surveys or alternative setting out plans for fast‑track projects.
• Interpret contractual requirements, prepare project status reports and forecast cutting‑list issuance.

Required profile

• Minimum ten years of experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically in joinery setting out.
• Proven track record from site survey through to shop drawing preparation, material take‑off, ordering and loading line creation.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing procedures and common joinery materials such as timber, boards, veneers and laminates.

Required skills

• Joinery setting out
• Shop drawing preparation
• Material procurement and planning
• Cutting list issuance
• Project scheduling and programme management