Head of Project Management

PROJECT MANAGER

Commercial Painting & Wallcovering – Merit Professional Coating Holdings, Tampa, Florida

Build Projects. About Merit Professional Coating Holdings

Merit Professional Coating Holdings is a leading commercial painting, wallcovering, waterproofing, and specialty coatings contractor serving Florida and the Southeast. We pride ourselves on delivering quality workmanship, exceptional customer service, and profitable project execution while building long-term relationships with our clients.

The Project Manager is responsible for the day‑day management of assigned projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, billing, subcontractor coordination, manpower planning, client communication, and project closeout. The successful candidate will work closely with estimating, field operations, accounting, and executive leadership to ensure successful project execution and outstanding customer service.

Project Management

Manage multiple commercial painting and wallcovering projects simultaneously.

Lead projects from turnover through final completion.

Conduct project kickoff meetings with field personnel.

Review plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Coordinate manpower and project schedules.

Monitor daily project progress and resolve field issues.

Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Financial Management

Manage project budgets and maintain targeted gross profit margins.

Review project costs and labor productivity.

Track and manage change orders.

Assist with collections by maintaining strong client communication.

Review subcontractor and vendor invoices.

Monitor project profitability throughout the life of the project.

Operations

Schedule materials and equipment deliveries.

Conduct routine job‑site visits / Monitor quality and production.

Assist in project closeout and warranty activities.

Customer Relations

Maintain positive relationships with General Contractors, Owners, Architects, and Consultants.

Attend project meetings as required.

Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.

Identify opportunities for additional work and negotiate projects.

Professionally represent Merit Professional Coating Holdings at all times.

Safety & Quality

Promote company safety policies and OSHA compliance.

Monitor workmanship to ensure compliance with project specifications.

Support quality control initiatives and timely completion of corrective work.

5+ years of Project Management experience in commercial painting, wallcovering, specialty finishes, and drywall.

Experience managing multiple commercial construction projects.

Strong understanding of budgets, scheduling, billing, change orders, and project financials.

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, On‑Screen, Togal.AI, Procore, Knowify, or similar construction software.

Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout the Tampa Bay area.

Performance Bonus based on project profitability and company performance.

The ideal candidate is a motivated and organized construction professional who enjoys managing projects, solving problems, and building strong client relationships. They understand the importance of schedule, quality, safety, profitability, and communication, and take pride in delivering successful projects while contributing to the continued growth of Merit Professional Coating Holdings.

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