Superintendent - Commercial Paint

Cherry Coatings•Manassas, VA

About The Position

Cherry Coatings is a family-owned commercial paint contractor providing architectural, industrial, and maintenance coating services. The Superintendent supervises and manages multiple commercial paint crews at job sites, directing assigned commercial paint operations to ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and according to contract specifications, company quality standards, and safety standards. The role involves hands-on field leadership, quality control, crew training, schedule and material coordination, customer relationship management, and reporting to company operations and project staff. Travel to job sites is required and may involve overtime or night shifts.

Requirements

Prior experience in commercial paint environments, with strong commercial paint experience.
Must be able to read and write in English.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Ability to pass background-check and drug-screen tests.
Hands-on field leadership ability, with an interest in mentoring others and strong communication skills.
Computer skills, including Excel, Word, and email.
Passion for high-quality work; hardworking and loyal.
Ability to travel 80% to job sites, where overtime or night shifts may be required.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in both English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Supervise and manage multiple commercial paint crews and direct the overall operations of assigned teams.
Take inventory of materials when they arrive at the job site and before project completion.
Collaborate with Foremen to train new crews and Foremen on commercial paint systems.
Assess and ensure crew leads follow Cherry Coatings’ safety practices and client guidelines.
Conduct job-site quality control by assessing workmanship and crew efficiency.
Ensure crews work at an efficient pace and follow the project schedule.
Document poor workmanship and ensure it is corrected promptly; provide training when needed.
Check that Foremen keep materials and tools organized on the job site.
Monitor sundries use and spot-check coverage rates to reduce material waste.
Ensure Foremen create work tickets when necessary and complete daily JHAs.
Ensure crews use company tools properly and responsibly, avoiding reckless use that could cause injury or equipment damage.
Build relationships with clients and gain the confidence of client project superintendents and project managers to support future work.
Maintain relationships with repeat customers, including general contractors, property managers, superintendents, and property management firms.
Set realistic expectations with clients and address customer complaints or concerns with care and sound judgment.
Respond to and minimize job-site issues before they escalate to the Operations Manager.
Report issues requiring attention from the Operations Manager or Project Manager.
Train Foremen to handle time corrections and assist with minor disciplinary measures.
Report disciplinary issues to the Operations Manager, document crew-member problems or tardiness, and email documentation to the Operations Manager.
Coordinate supplemental job-site material needs with the Warehouse Manager and Project Manager, and help minimize last-minute supply or tool runs.
Identify work-ticket opportunities and discuss them with the Project Manager before performing the work.
Document work-ticket hours, take before-and-after photos, obtain client signatures upon completion, and promptly submit work tickets to the Project Manager.
Notify the Operations Manager of schedule changes.
Submit receipts to the billing department weekly.