Commercial Paint Estimator/ Project Manager

We are one of the largest union painting contractors in California with offices in Oakland, Sacramento, and Los Angeles. A family-owned business with a proven track record of successfully performing simple to complex projects. Our reputation for value, performance, and integrity is unparalleled in the commercial painting industry.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Paint Project Estimator/Project Manager will be responsible for obtaining all relevant project specifications, determining the most appropriate building materials, and securing favorable prices on all resources. The Paint Project Estimator/Project Manager will work closely to ensure that all project requirements, deadlines, and schedules are on track. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; submitting project deliverables, preparing status reports, and establishing effective project communication plans as well as the proper execution of said plans.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collecting all pertinent documents including property plans, technical drawings, and project specifications.
• Studying documentation, meeting with clients, and inspecting the construction site to fully understand the scope of work required.
• Reviewing and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to build high-quality structures.
• Deciding on the most appropriate labor, material, and equipment resources for each project.
• Outlining the work plan to gauge how much time will be needed to complete each project.
• Performing risk assessments to account for potential deviations from the project plan.
• Accounting for the use of our resources, plus a reasonable profit margin to calculate an overall price.
• Drafting proposals that detail projected materials, costs, and time frames.
• Meeting with clients to discuss their thoughts and concerns about our offers.
• Coordinating project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
• Overseeing the workflow of projects from start to finish, in accordance with the VPI Project Manager Master Workflow.
• Meeting with project team members to identify and resolve issues.
• Submitting project deliverables and ensuring that they adhere to quality standards.
• Preparing status reports by gathering, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information.
• Prepare project budget projections and control costs within agreed upon limits.
• Negotiating contracts with service providers, suppliers, and subcontracts to encourage competitive pricing.
• Monitoring the construction process from planning to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Establishing effective project communication plans and ensuring their execution.
• Facilitating change requests to ensure that all parties are informed of the impacts on schedule and budget.
• Coordinating the development of user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful implementation and turnover of the process or system to the clients.
• Identifying and developing new opportunities with clients.
• Obtaining customer acceptance of project deliverables.
• Managing customer satisfaction within the project transition period.
• Conducting post-project evaluation and identifying successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Be involved from time-to-time in recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Attend project management related meetings and be involved in committees, as required.
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically.

SUCCESS FACTORS

• Experience with prevailing wage required.
• Experience in the commercial painting field required.
• Experience with commercial painting unions preferred.
• Outstanding research and proposal writing skills.
• Proven experience in project and budget management, preferably in the commercial painting field.
• Ability to lead project teams of various sizes and see them through to completion.
• Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies.
• Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to professionally represent our company with clients, customers, and the community.
• Ability to directly supervise job supervisory personnel, consultants, and suppliers.
• Ability to take direction and integrate with various departments within the company.
• Ability to adapt to varying workloads, job responsibilities, deadline fluctuations, and customer relationships on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Takes the initiative to work independently on executing job duties, with minimal oversight.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent understanding of commercial painting estimating and pricing.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam software for documentation management.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Daily desk work and computer work.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• A bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• 2 years experience in project estimating and project management with Northern California Unions is required.
• Proficient with On-Screen Takeoff (OST).
• Experience with reading, evaluating, and negotiating contractual terms and conditions.

If you possess these skills and are looking to advance your career in the commercial painting field, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience for this position to Humanresources@vpi.net

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Performance bonus
• Quarterly bonus
• Weekly pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with prevailing wage projects?

Experience:

• Project management: 3 years (Required)
• California Painting Union: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oakland, CA 94613: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000