Paul R. Chabot Jr.
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Result-driven Sales, Drafting and Design professional with extensive experience delivering end-to-end solutions across residential, commercial and institutional projects. Proven expertise in client consultation, measurement, design, estimating and closing from concept to installation. Highly skilled in technical drafting, engineering, CNC programming and advanced fabrication processes. Hands-on leadership experience as a Team Lead, Shop Foreman, Installation Manager and Project Manager. Adept at translating customer requirements into striking modern designs, project-ready drawings and cost-targeted solutions while ensuring job quality, project deadlines and customer satisfaction. Strong proficiency in industry-standard CAD/CAM software, woodworking machinery & industry integrated cross-collaboration supporting business growth and successful project delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Design, Sales & Project Management
Paul's Custom Cabinetry LLC
11.2023 - Current
- Drove sales growth by translating client requirements into stunning design solutions while ensuring competent and achievable engineering, technical feasibility and total customer satisfaction.
- Consistently produced detailed 3D renderings, technical drawings and design documentation using industry-standard CAD tools while adhering to project specifications and job timelines.
- Collaborated with suppliers insuring product availability & fabrication, finishing and installation teams to develop successful projects that supported business development and increasing contract acquisitions.
- Prepared design presentations including stone and finish options, door selection, appliance integration and cost proposals to support contract negotiations and informed client decision-making.
- Maintained strong client relationships by providing technical guidance, product and design options, design revisions and post-sale support to ensure project success and repeat business.
Drafting, Design & CNC Programming
Suncoast Custom Cabinets Inc.
03.2017 - Current
- Drafted, designed and revised Commercial, Institutional & Residential projects for client submittals.
- Programmed, set-up and operated nested based CNC machinery including custom 4 Axis fixtures.
Education
AutoCAD 3D design -
St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL01.2002
Drafting and Design Certificate - undefined
Front Range Com. College
Westminster, CO01.2000
Architectural Print Reading Certificate - undefined
North Tech Trade School
Riviera Beach, FL01.1985
Advanced Woodworking Certificate - undefined
Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery
Phoenix, AZ01.1983
Skills
- Press and Lamination Systems
- Veneer Face Processing & Assembly
- Cutting and Sawing Equipment
- Sanding and Surfacing Technologies
- Wood Preparation & Surface Milling
- Custom and Faux Finishing Techniques
- Jointery & Mortising/Tenon Operations
- CNC 3 & 4 axis Programming & Machining
- Drilling and Boring Systems
- Sales, Drafting and Design Integration
Timeline
Design, Sales & Project Management
Paul's Custom Cabinetry LLC
11.2023 - Current
Drafting, Design & CNC Programming
Suncoast Custom Cabinets Inc.
03.2017 - Current
Drafting and Design Certificate - undefined
Front Range Com. College
Architectural Print Reading Certificate - undefined
North Tech Trade School
Advanced Woodworking Certificate - undefined
Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery
AutoCAD 3D design -
St. Petersburg College