Project Manager, Operations Manager, Contracts Manager

Commercial Project Manager / Estimator

San Diego Paint Pros is hiring a strong Project Manager / Estimator to help us win work and deliver it profitably.

This role is ideal for a commercially experienced construction professional who can prepare accurate bids, manage multiple projects, and take ownership of financial performance from award through closeout.

We are not a corporate bureaucracy. We are a growing, professional specialty contractor looking for someone who wants responsibility, accountability, and growth.

• Review drawings, specifications, and site conditions to prepare accurate take-offs and cost estimates
• Develop detailed proposals including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontract costs
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks
• Submit bids and assist in scope clarification and pricing discussions with general contractors and clients
• Support negotiated work and repeat-client opportunities

• Manage commercial painting projects from award to closeout
• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules
• Monitor labor, materials, and job costs to protect profitability
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
• Prepare and review monthly billings
• Coordinate closely with superintendents and field crews to ensure safe, on-time execution

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and GCs
• Communicate proactively regarding schedule, scope changes, and project updates
• Maintain strong working relationships that lead to repeat business

• 5–10+ years of commercial construction project management experience
• Experience managing projects valued at $500K–$3M+
• Experience preparing estimates and performing take-offs
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost control, and schedule management
• Experience pricing and managing change orders
• Ability to oversee multiple active projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in Procore or similar construction management software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Located within commuting distance of San Diego

Experience with commercial painting, coatings, or other specialty trade contractors is strongly preferred.

$85,000 – $120,000 base salary, plus performance-based bonus.

Compensation depends on experience and demonstrated ability to manage project profitability and close work successfully.

• Established commercial contractor with strong GC relationships
• Stable and growing pipeline of commercial projects
• Clear opportunity for advancement as the company scales
• Direct access to leadership and decision-makers
• Professional, accountable, team-oriented culture

If you’re a commercially experienced PM/Estimator who wants ownership and growth — we’d like to talk.

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