JAMES PHELPS
West Haven,UT
Summary
Progressive Kitchen Designer successful at creating custom kitchen designs for any budget. Maintaining long-term relationships with clients through strict budgeting and keen eye for detail. Extensive knowledge of cabinet and countertop design.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Kitchen Designer Center Manager
Chris-n-Dicks Cabinets & Countertops
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for a team of designers and a 10,000 sq.ft. cabinet and countertop showroom
- Responsible for the installation schedule and management of information processing.
- Provided training for junior designers, sharing knowledge of best practices and guiding them towards successful project outcomes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Retail Kitchen Designer
Chris-n-Dicks Cabinets & Tops
01.2014 - 01.2023
- Responsible for measuring, design, and management of jobs from start to completion
- Work with builders and walk-in clients alike.
- Built strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional service and frequent communication throughout the entire design process.
- Successfully managed multiple concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of organization and prioritization skills.
Kitchen Design Specialist
Lowe's Home Improvement
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Consistently in the top 3 for district sales each month
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate materials, finishes, and hardware to complement their overall design aesthetic.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance skills and stay current on industry best practices.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results for all clients.
Job Site Foreman
NuTech Construction
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Oversee a crew of cabinet installers and finish workers
- Installed cabinets and finish work in large scale projects
- Responsible for blue prints and accuracy of install.
Project Manager
Western Mill & Fixture
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Worked up from shop worker to line foreman to project manager
- Managed large scale accounts for school districts, LDS church etc.
- Responsible for accuracy of submitted plans and paperwork.
Education
High School Diploma -
Layton High School
Layton, UT01.1989
Skills
- Proficient in 20-20 design software and knowledge of Cabinetware, CabinetVision, and Autocad design softwares
- Decent knowledge of SAP Software solutions
- Cabinet installation
- Estimating costs
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Space Planning
- Construction documentation
- Cabinetry Design
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- 3D rendering software
- Project Leadership
Timeline
Retail Kitchen Designer Center Manager
Chris-n-Dicks Cabinets & Countertops
01.2023 - Current
Retail Kitchen Designer
Chris-n-Dicks Cabinets & Tops
01.2014 - 01.2023
Kitchen Design Specialist
Lowe's Home Improvement
01.2005 - 01.2014
Job Site Foreman
NuTech Construction
01.2002 - 01.2005
Project Manager
Western Mill & Fixture
01.1999 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Layton High School
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