PM/Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Commercial Paint Project Manager / Estimator

I’m working with a well-established and growing commercial painting contractor that’s looking to add an experienced Commercial Paint Project Manager / Estimator to their team. This role is suited for someone who understands commercial painting operations end-to-end and can confidently estimate, win, and deliver complex commercial and light industrial projects.

This is a key hire for the organization and offers long-term stability, autonomy, and growth for the right individual.

Role Overview

The Project Manager / Estimator will be responsible for estimating and bidding commercial painting projects while also overseeing execution from preconstruction through close-out. You’ll act as a primary point of contact for general contractors and property managers and play a hands-on role in driving project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Estimate and bid commercial and light industrial painting projects, including projects exceeding $1M

• Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, property managers, and repeat clients

• Manage awarded projects from preconstruction through completion, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality standards are met

• Coordinate with field leadership and office staff to support successful project delivery

• Serve as a reliable, hands-on leader focused on customer satisfaction and problem resolution

• Utilize estimating and project management software to improve accuracy, efficiency, and communication

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Commercial Paint Project Manager and/or Estimator

• Direct experience in commercial painting is required

• Proficiency with PlanSwift or similar estimating software

• Strong understanding of commercial painting systems, scopes, and specifications

• Ability to clearly present estimates, proposals, and services to clients

• Comfortable using technology to streamline estimating and project management

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Why This Opportunity

• Stable, established contractor with a strong reputation

• Consistent commercial project pipeline

• Opportunity for long-term growth and leadership development

• Competitive compensation based on experience