Project Manager

Blair Commercial Painting • Waukesha, WI

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Blair Commercial Painting, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee commercial painting projects for new construction and commercial developments in Southeastern Wisconsin. The role is based in the office in Waukesha, Wisconsin, with regular field visits; most of the time is spent visiting job sites, coordinating work, and keeping projects running safely, on time, and on budget. Direct painting experience is not required. The company describes its culture as high-performance and fast-paced, and values honesty, hard work, follow-through, and care for coworkers, customers, and trade partners.

The Project Manager plans and coordinates project scope, schedules, budgets, labor, materials, and equipment; serves as the primary client contact; monitors costs and profitability; conducts site visits and inspections; addresses issues and change orders; maintains project documentation; and ensures work meets specifications, safety requirements, applicable codes, regulations, and company quality standards. The position uses CompanyCam, Airtable-based platforms, Google Workspace, and related tools. This is a full-time, W-2 position paying $70,000–$90,000 per year, depending on experience, with a $6,000 bonus option and additional performance- and company-results-based bonus opportunities.

Requirements

• Three or more years of construction management experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, scheduling, coordination, and jobsite logistics is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects without losing detail.
• Clear, professional communication skills with clients, crews, and trade partners.
• Confidence using project management and documentation tools; Google Workspace is mentioned.
• Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to plan ahead.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to walk job sites, climb ladders or lifts as needed, and work in active construction environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in painting or related trades is useful but not essential.
• Experience with CompanyCam, Airtable, or similar systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with general contractors, owners, and subcontractors before and during projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients; provide regular updates, manage expectations, and handle change orders.
• Monitor hours, material costs, and equipment expenses, and track project performance and profitability.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials to meet deadlines.
• Ensure adherence to project specifications, safety standards, and Blair quality standards.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to verify quality and scope.
• Identify potential issues early and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and progress reports.
• Keep project information updated using Blair's software tools, including CompanyCam, Airtable-based platforms, and Google Workspace.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and safety requirements.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and client satisfaction.

Benefits

• Company vehicle for jobsite travel.
• Company phone and computer.
• Gas card.
• Paid time off (PTO) and seven paid holidays.
• Health insurance reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible schedule within project needs.
• $6,000 bonus option and additional bonus opportunities based on performance and company results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed