Design Manager, Commercial Furniture Solutions Lead

Henricksen & Co; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Henricksen is seeking a Design Manager for our Milwaukee, WI office. This role leads the Design team, ensuring process compliance, effective work management, and cross-department collaboration to deliver high-quality design projects and client outcomes.

The Design Manager will optimize team performance, mentor staff, and strengthen relationships with clients and partners, contributing to overall project success and growth.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in interior design or related field.
• 7+ years’ experience in design, construction, and/or customer service role.
• Successful track record in project and/or team management role.
• Direct experience working in an office furnishings dealership, construction, or related service environment.
• High proficiency in AutoCAD, CAP Studio or Project Matrix, Configura CET, and proven graphic layout skills.
• Proven track record of effective communication and collaboration across various audiences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office365 applications.

Responsibilities

• Design Process Compliance: maintain process standardization and accountability; collaborate with leadership to identify improvements.
• Work Management: ensure workload distribution, monitor projects, and resolve issues.
• Team Operations Management: manage expenses, vacations, and policy compliance; align with department priorities.
• Team Performance and Growth: support workforce planning, onboarding, and performance feedback.
• Customer Relationship Management: build and foster relationships with clients and partners; uphold Henricksen brand.

Skills

Design leadership

Project management

Client relationship

Team collaboration

Communication

Office 365 proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in interior design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

CAP Studio

Project Matrix

Configura CET

Graphic layout

Job description

Henricksen is seeking a Design Manager for our Milwaukee, WI office. This role leads the Design team, ensuring process compliance, effective work management, and cross-department collaboration to deliver high-quality design projects and client outcomes.

The Design Manager will optimize team performance, mentor staff, and strengthen relationships with clients and partners, contributing to overall project success and growth.