CAD Detailing Manager – Exhibits & Experiential Environments

Experience Without Limits Come shape the future of brand experience. At Jack Morton, we design and build head-turning, smile-inducing, impact-driving brand experiences that redefine what experiential marketing can achieve. We help our clients unlock the full value of experiences by turning bold ideas into meaningful connections. That takes a team that's bold, curious, and acts as one. We build on each other's ideas, challenge conventions, and show up for one another every day. Here, you'll do your best work, grow quickly, and partner across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life. This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and every win is shared. Where ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the passion and talent of the people behind it. Experience without limits—in your work, your growth, and your impact. CAD Detailing Manager – Exhibits & Experiential Environments Hybrid opportunity available in North Las Vegas, NV or Addison, IL preferred; open to remote candidates Bring bold ideas to life through precision, innovation, and craftsmanship. Great experiences start with great execution. As our CAD Detailing Manager – Exhibits & Experiential Environments , you'll lead the team responsible for transforming creative concepts into detailed, build-ready solutions that bring brands, events, and environments to life. Working at the intersection of design, engineering, fabrication, and production, you’ll guide the development of CAD/CAM documentation that supports some of the industry’s most exciting trade shows, brand activations, corporate environments, and permanent installations. This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader who loves solving complex design challenges, developing talented teams, and creating the processes that turn ambitious ideas into exceptional physical experiences. What You'll Do Lead and Grow a High-Performing Detailing Team Manage, mentor, and develop a team of CAD Detailers across multiple locations and freelance resources. Build a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. Recruit, coach, and develop talent while creating opportunities for career growth. Provide technical guidance and leadership to help the team deliver high-quality work consistently. Transform Creative Concepts into Buildable Solutions Partner with 3D Designers, Project Managers, Sales, and Production teams to bring creative visions from concept through fabrication. Translate design intent into accurate, production-ready CAD/CAM documentation. Ensure designs are practical, manufacturable, installation-ready, and aligned with project goals. Serve as a technical resource to help teams navigate complex design and fabrication challenges. Drive Process, Quality, and Operational Excellence Oversee CAD detailing standards and workflows supporting custom exhibits, experiential environments, and fabrication projects. Establish best practices that improve accuracy, efficiency, scalability, and consistency. Identify opportunities to improve tools, systems, and processes across teams and locations. Help create a seamless transition from design development through production and installation. Own Project Execution and Delivery Success Support project planning through workload forecasting, resource allocation, scheduling, and prioritization. Participate in project kickoffs, design reviews, and production meetings to ensure alignment. Monitor project progress and proactively address technical, timeline, or resource challenges. Provide hands-on support when needed to keep projects moving forward. Champion Innovation Stay current on emerging materials, fabrication techniques, and production technologies. Encourage creative problem-solving and new approaches to improve how we design and build. Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance team performance and project outcomes. What Makes You Successful You are a collaborative technical leader who understands how ideas become reality. You bring both the creativity to problem-solve and the technical expertise to ensure designs can successfully move into fabrication. You’ll bring: Significant experience in CAD detailing, exhibit design, custom fabrication, experiential marketing, trade shows, or related environments . Proven experience leading and developing technical teams. Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and a strong understanding of CAD/CAM workflows. Knowledge of the complete build lifecycle, including concept development, detailing, fabrication, and installation. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across creative, production, and operational teams. Experience with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management. A passion for creating efficient processes and delivering exceptional quality. Education: Trade school certification, Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technology, Design, or related field preferred—or equivalent professional experience. If you're energized by turning complex ideas into buildable realities, developing high-performing teams, and creating experiences that leave a lasting impression, we'd love to meet you. Last but not least, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion. Jack Morton is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our companies. 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