Project Manager; Commercial & Industrial Painting

Project Manager (Commercial & Industrial Painting)

Brush Strokes Quality Painting is a commercial and industrial painting contractor serving Augusta and the broader CSRA (Georgia + portions of South Carolina). We deliver complex work with strong systems, clear accountability, and a "do life together" team culture. As we continue to grow, we're hiring an in-person Project Manager to run assigned projects profitably, safely, and to Brush Strokes quality standards.

Location: Augusta, GA (In-person role, based out of our Augusta office -- job sites across Augusta + CSRA)

Own the Field. Protect Margin. Lead Clean Projects Without Chaos.

• Servanthood - We serve clients, teammates, and partners with humility and professionalism.
• Integrity - We do what's right, even when it costs us.
• Chain Breaker - We grow, improve, and build better patterns, personally and professionally.
• Go Getter - We take initiative, follow through, and get results.

• Lead field execution on assigned projects: sequencing, scope clarity, and site leadership
• Maintain consistent on-site presence and jobsite professionalism (safety, cleanliness, organization)
• Coordinate daily with the Project Coordinator to align crew schedules, subcontractors, deliveries, and site readiness
• Perform documented quality control checks at key milestones and prevent rework through early correction
• Conduct client job walks, manage punch lists, and communicate progress, schedule changes, and issues proactively
• Track labor hours vs. budget weekly and protect margin through disciplined cost control
• Monitor material usage, waste, and job readiness to prevent downtime and overruns
• Identify margin risks, scope gaps, safety hazards, and client escalation early -- and elevate to the General Manager quickly
• Read and interpret architectural drawings/blueprints to plan scope, sequencing, and labor needs
• Maintain accurate project documentation and return work-related communications within 4 hours during business hours

• 5+ years of construction management experience (required)
• Ability to understand and work from architectural drawings/blueprints (required)
• Strong schedule coordination skills across crews, subs, and material deliveries (required)
• 3-4 years of painting industry experience strongly preferred (commercial/industrial ideal)
• Proven ability to lead crews and subcontractors on active job sites
• Strong communication skills with clients, GCs, and internal team members
• Organized, disciplined follow-through -- you don't let details fall through the cracks
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to local job sites across Augusta + CSRA

• You don't "hope" projects stay profitable -- you track, communicate, and course-correct early
• You lead with calm urgency: steady execution without drama
• You hold the standard on quality and safety, even when no one is watching
• You're proactive with customers -- no surprises, no ghosting, no excuses
• You work within boundaries: you elevate scope/pricing changes instead of freelancing decisions

• Full-time, W-2, in-person role based in Augusta, GA
• Pay: $20 to $30 per hour to start (based on experience and capability)
• Long-term growth: established PMs can progress toward $70,000 to $80,000/year (DOE) as mastery and tenure are proven
• Paid Time Off in accordance with company policy
• Company-provided phone, tablet/laptop, and required software
• Company vehicle and fuel as required for the role
• Company uniforms provided
• Note:
  
  Health care benefits and retirement/IRA contributions are not included at this time

The Project Manager protects the company's reputation and profitability at the same time. When you lead clean jobs, communicate early, coordinate proactively, and enforce quality and safety standards, projects run more smoothly, customers trust us more, and our team grows without chaos.

Brush Strokes Quality Painting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees as required by law.