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Selection Coordinator
MKE Design Build | Milwaukee Metro Area
Start Date: Immediate
Employment Term: Regular
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Typically 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with scheduling flexibility
Compensation: Competitive wages based on experience; biweekly payroll with direct deposit
Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k), and paid holidays
About MKE Design Build
MKE Design Build is a fully integrated, award winning design-build company specializing in custom residential and commercial remodels. Our clients choose us for our full-service approach, in-house design expertise, fresh perspective, and quality craftsmanship.
Our collaborative team works closely from concept through construction, maintaining strong quality control, coordination, and efficiency. We are committed to thoughtful design, precise documentation, and exceptional finished work.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized, personable Selection Coordinator with at least three years of relevant experience to guide clients through the product and finish selection process. This position works closely with clients, designers, vendors, and our construction team to keep selections accurate, within budget, and on schedule.
The ideal candidate brings extensive cabinetry knowledge, hands-on product procurement experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects while providing excellent client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Guide clients through selections for cabinetry, countertops, plumbing fixtures, lighting, tile, flooring, hardware, and other finishes.
- Coordinate selection meetings, showroom visits, samples, and client approvals.
- Help clients make decisions that support their design goals, project budget, and construction schedule.
- Review cabinetry layouts, specifications, finishes, accessories, and vendor drawings with the design and construction teams.
- Manage product procurement, including ordering, tracking, delivery coordination, and resolving damaged, missing, or incorrect items.
- Maintain accurate selection schedules, specifications, approval records, and purchasing documentation.
- Clearly communicate selection decisions and changes to project managers, designers, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Identify potential delays or budget concerns early and coordinate solutions with the team.
- Attend occasional site visits to support selection and installation coordination.
- Stay informed about design trends, construction methods, products, and industry standards.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of three years of relevant experience in selections coordination, interior design, kitchen and bath design, residential drafting, or a related construction or remodeling role.
- Formal education in interior design, architecture, drafting, or a related field.
- Cabinetry knowledge, including layouts, construction methods, materials, finishes, hardware, and installation considerations.
- Hands-on experience procuring products and coordinating with vendors and suppliers.
- Ability to read and interpret floor plans, elevations, vendor drawings, and product specifications.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.
- Excellent client communication skills, with the ability to guide decisions professionally and confidently.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
- Proficiency with computers and effective communication by email and phone.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for occasional site visits.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp.
- Experience with residential remodeling or integrated design-build projects.
- Familiarity with JobTread or similar construction project management software
What Success Looks Like Here at MKE!
- Clients feel informed and supported, selections are documented and approved on time, and products arrive correctly and when needed. The Selection Coordinator helps create a smooth transition from initial design decisions to construction.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25