Commercial Painting Foreman

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial Paint Foreman – Higham Company - DMV Region  

Job Overview

• Company: Higham Co Inc Painting & Wallcovering Contractor
• Salary/Pay Rate: $29.00 - $32.00+ per hour plus Performance Based Bonus
• Location: Manassas, VA (20% Regional Travel)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial Painting, Wallcovering, and Polished Concrete
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: Drivers Licence in good standing 

The Opportunity

We're seeking a Painting Foreman to run day-to-day work on the jobsite. You'll lead a crew directly — assigning tasks, keeping quality on track, and making sure the work matches specs and manufacturer requirements — while reporting progress and issues to the Superintendent and Project Manager. This is a fast-paced, family-oriented business that actively invests in your professional growth and long-term career advancement.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Supervise on-site crews and subcontractors to ensure precise execution of work scopes.
• Maintain strict safety standards and conduct daily site inspections to keep teams safe.
• Manage jobsite materials, track inventory usage, and order necessary project supplies.
• Develop and assign daily work schedules to meet contract timelines and labor budgets.
• Perform painting, wallcovering, and substrate preparation tasks alongside the crew.
• Document daily job logs, track crew labor hours, and report field updates to accounting.
• Communicate progress, delays, equipment needs, and field challenges with superintendents.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper technique and company standards 

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience leading field crews in a commercial trade business.
• Completed OSHA 30 certification or related trade safety training.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of coatings systems, surface prep, and application methods.
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, schedules, and specifications
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Strong leadership and time-management skills with high attention to detail.
• Comfortable directing a crew and solving problems on the spot.  

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish to lead diverse field crews effectively.
• Trade Program or Technical Certification in painting, or construction management.
• Procore, Autodesk, BlueBeam Project management programs - commonly used onsite with a tablet.  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $29.00 to $32.00+ per hour based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities to reward high-performing field leaders.
• Weekly pay cycle.
• 401(k) retirement savings program featuring employer matching contributions.
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental and HSA options plus life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Provided company tech package or allowance, trade safety equipment, and ongoing certification training.
• Annual company events within a supportive, family-focused organizational culture.

About Us

Higham Company, Inc. is a commercial painting and wallcovering contractor serving clients throughout the DMV region, including general contractors, property managers, and end users. We work across all market segments, from tilt-up concrete to interior finish packages. Learn more about our mission and projects by visiting  

Higham Co Inc Painting & Wallcovering Contractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.