Coating Project Estimator & Coordinator

Socket.dev; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Other company benefits

Job summary

IMRAE is seeking a Project Coordinator / Estimator with hands-on construction or trade experience, especially in painting and coatings. The role supports the Senior Project Manager by reviewing plans, performing quantity takeoffs, and preparing estimates and RFIs.

Strong organizational skills and reliable communication are essential. The ideal candidate will assess project specifications, manage documentation, and coordinate with contractors and vendors while meeting deadlines and maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma; college-level education or a degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Design, or a related field is a plus.
• Equivalent hands‑on construction or trade experience will be considered.
• Experience in commercial painting, coatings, construction estimating, or project coordination is preferred.
• Experience as Painter, Lead Painter, Foreman, Journeyman, or construction trade professional is highly relevant.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Strong reading comprehension and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review project documents to identify painting, coating, and finish requirements.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs for painting, coatings, surface prep, and finishes.
• Review surface preparation requirements, coating systems, coats, coverage rates, and material requirements.
• Measure and calculate quantities using drawings and project specifications.
• Calculate labor and material quantities for estimating.
• Prepare RFIs when clarification is required and submit promptly.
• Assist in preparing estimates, proposals, and documentation.
• Maintain organized project files and correspondence.
• Communicate professionally with the Senior Project Manager, contractors, customers, and vendors.
• Assist with job-site visits to evaluate conditions.
• Participate in job-site assessments and safety observations.
• Meet deadlines and report project status.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of IMRAE.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Reading drawings

Mathematical calculations

Unit conversions

Measurement & quantities

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Estimating software familiarity

Organization & multitasking

Painter/Foreman/Journeyman experience

Education

Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Design or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

IMRAE is seeking a Project Coordinator / Estimator with hands-on construction or trade experience, especially in painting and coatings. The role supports the Senior Project Manager by reviewing plans, performing quantity takeoffs, and preparing estimates and RFIs.

Strong organizational skills and reliable communication are essential. The ideal candidate will assess project specifications, manage documentation, and coordinate with contractors and vendors while meeting deadlines and maintaining