Install Department Manager
About The Position
At Axiom Custom Products, Inc., we bring ambitious ideas to life. As a leader in fabrication for the creative, events, retail, and construction industries, we combine manufacturing with decades of hands-on expertise to deliver work that stands apart. From concept through installation, our in-house capabilities let us tackle challenging projects with precision, creativity, and craftsmanship. We’re looking for an Install Department Manager to lead our installation team and take ownership of the people, planning, and execution behind every project. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys working with talented people, solving problems in real time, and taking pride in getting the details right.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience managing teams.
- Strong, hands-on knowledge of fabrication and installation.
- Comfortable working with wood, solid surface, plastics, laminates, and metal.
- Familiarity with the tools and methods used to install these materials.
- Confident reading architectural drawings.
- Ability to build schedules.
- Experience leading teams through complex installations.
- Strong communicator.
- Strong problem solver.
- Ability to stay organized and composed under pressure.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with design-led industries.
- Experience with CAD or ERP systems.
- Experience with labor regulations.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of skilled installers.
- Serve as the team’s primary point of contact, providing direction on complex projects.
- Build accountability and create a culture where people can do their best work.
- Lead from the front on high-profile installations and strikes, ensuring finished work meets Axiom’s standards.
- Work closely with engineering, shop management, and operations to set projects up for success.
- Review drawings and specifications.
- Coordinate or conduct site visits.
- Plan labor and logistics.
- Build schedules.
- Allocate resources to keep projects moving efficiently and within budget.
- Step in to find solutions and keep everyone aligned when challenges arise.
- Shape department operations, including installation standards, workflows, managing tools, travel, safety, and labor compliance.
- Bring structure and consistency to a fast-moving environment.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on unique, high-impact builds.
- Lead a talented team.
- Meaningful role in shaping how Axiom delivers exceptional work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
