Commercial Paint - Project Manager

Solid Rock Recruiting•Milwaukee, WI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Solid Rock Recruiting is partnering with an established commercial specialty subcontractor in the Milwaukee area to hire an experienced Project Manager. The role involves managing subcontractor projects from contract award through final completion, with ownership of profitability, production, scheduling, customer relationships, and overall project performance. Commercial painting experience is not required; construction project management experience and an understanding of specialty subcontractor operations are sought. The position is based in the Milwaukee / Southeastern Wisconsin market. Candidates living reasonably close to Milwaukee are preferred because the role is field-based and requires regular interaction with active projects.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of Project Management experience; experience with a specialty subcontractor is preferred.
Strong construction background and understanding of subcontractor project operations.
Proven ability to manage projects profitably.
Comfort working directly with general contractors, customers, field teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
Strong understanding of project budgets, costs, scheduling, billing, and change orders.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
Willingness to work hands-on in the field when projects require it.
Proactive, accountable, and able to operate independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a specialty subcontractor.
Living reasonably close to Milwaukee.

Responsibilities

Manage commercial subcontractor projects from contract award through final completion.
Take ownership of project budgets, schedules, costs, and profitability.
Coordinate with general contractors, customers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
Work with field teams to plan and execute projects, and get into the field to address project needs.
Monitor project costs, billing, change orders, and financial performance.
Coordinate materials, manpower, scheduling, and production requirements.
Communicate regularly with general contractors, customers, and internal leadership.
Identify potential issues early and develop solutions before they affect the project.
Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to company standards.
Maintain strong relationships with general contractors and other project stakeholders.
Take full ownership of project performance and profitability.