Commercial Painting Estimator / Assistant Project Manager

Elite Sandblasting & Painting is seeking an experienced Commercial Painting Estimator / Assistant Project Manager to join our team. This is a full-time office and field position supporting commercial and government painting/coatings projects. We are looking for someone who can handle estimating and takeoffs while also assisting with project management, billing, documentation, and field coordination. Responsibilities Perform commercial painting and coatings takeoffs from plans and specifications Prepare estimates, proposals, scope reviews, and bid packages Review Division 09 specifications, finish schedules, drawings, and addenda Prepare and track change orders Prepare monthly payment applications and Schedule of Values updates Track retainage, billing, outstanding payments, and project financial documentation Prepare and maintain RFIs, submittals, product data, and closeout documents Assist with certified payroll and prevailing-wage documentation Coordinate with General Contractors, Project Managers, Superintendents, vendors, and field crews Attend jobsite walks, preconstruction meetings, and project meetings Monitor job progress and document additional/out-of-scope work Assist with manpower, scheduling, material procurement, and project closeout Requirements Commercial construction estimating and/or project management experience Commercial painting/coatings experience strongly preferred Ability to read construction drawings and specifications Experience with digital takeoff software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, STACK, or OST Experience with payment applications, Schedule of Values, change orders, RFIs, and submittals Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Ability to work both in the office and on active construction sites Must be able to successfully complete required employment background screening and satisfy applicable government/project site-access requirements Strong communication and organizational skills Highly Preferred Davis-Bacon/prevailing-wage knowledge Commercial painting, industrial coatings, sandblasting, or waterproofing experience Experience working directly with General Contractors Familiarity with AIA-style payment applications Experience managing multiple commercial projects simultaneously Compensation Target Salary: $70,000-$90,000 per year, depending on commercial painting, estimating, project management, and government-contracting experience. Job Type: Full-Time Work Location: Office & Field - Jacksonville, Florida We are looking for someone who can become a key part of our operation, not simply perform takeoffs. The right candidate should be comfortable moving between estimating, project administration, billing, and field coordination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Elite Sandblasting & Painting, INC.