Setting out Manager

About the role

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

Key responsibilities

• Manage and oversee assigned projects, reviewing details and guiding the setting out team through material submissions, procurement, shop drawings, prototyping, and manufacturing delivery.
• Oversee project programmes, schedules, client expectations, and shop drawing preparation and submittal processes.
• Coordinate with production departments, approve material details, manage variations, and ensure material procurement and planning align with production timelines.
• Identify and manage RFIs, source hardware accessories, and optimise procurement where possible.
• Lead the timely approval of project drawings, issue cutting lists and loading lines to the factory, and coordinate site surveys or alternative setting out plans for fast‑track projects.
• Interpret contractual requirements, monitor project‑related procurement, prepare status reports, and forecast cutting list issuance.

Required profile

• Minimum ten years of experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically in joinery setting out from site survey to material ordering and loading lines.
• Proven ability to manage a team of 15‑20 members and deliver in a fast‑moving, multinational setting.
• Strong technical and execution capabilities, able to solve complex material integration issues (glass, acrylics, stone, metals, fabrics).

Required skills

• Proficiency with Autodesk products.
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of FSC, LEED, and FR standards.