Commercial Paint Division Manager

Pinto Construction Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinto Construction Group in Palos Hills, IL is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead pricing for commercial painting projects. You will perform takeoffs from drawings, analyze material and labor costs, and prepare timely proposals for general contractors and property owners.

The role requires strong proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff, Excel, and plan reading, plus the ability to build relationships and manage multiple bids simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating commercial painting projects.
• Strong blueprint reading and cost analysis.
• Proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff and MS Excel.
• Ability to develop client relationships and pursue new opportunities.
• Education in construction management is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Quantify materials, labor, and equipment for painting and wall coverings from digital drawings.
• Quantify for existing structures by field measurement and takeoffs.
• Prepare proposals for clients and submit in a timely fashion.
• Communicate with general contractors, owners, and property managers.
• Foster relationships with existing and new clients.
• Create a pipeline of opportunities by growing and leveraging your network.
• Identify potential clients and build relationships with decision makers.
• Follow-up with clients post-bid.
• Prepare submittals, samples and drawdowns for bids.
• Assist operations with pricing change documents as needed.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications to guide superintendents and budgets.
• Monitor progress and costs versus budgets to gauge production against estimates.

Skills

Estimating & bidding

Takeoff software

Blueprint reading

Client relationships

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Business development

Education

Construction management degree

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Pinto Construction Group is an MBE/DBE subcontracting firm based out of Palos Hills, Illinois. We perform civil and commercial construction services including but not limited to, light gauge metal framing, drywall, taping, acoustical ceilings, specialty ceilings, door/hardware, sign installation, as well as commercial and industrial painting services. PCG was founded in 1987 and has established a name for themselves as a reputable firm throughout the Chicagoland area. PCG believes in setting the standard for the industry.

Job Description

This position requires a highly motivated individual who possesses a comprehensive understanding and a proven track record in estimating, managing, and bidding painting projects, performing take- offs of new and existing buildings, understanding specifications, knowledge of material and labor costs, use of production rates, blue-print reading skills, and electronic bidding and take-off solutions. This individual is expected to prospect for potential new clients and turn them into increased business. This individual is expected to develop relationships as well as build off of preexisting ties. Qualified applicants will have fundamental knowledge of industrial and commercial coatings and processes. An education in construction management is a plus.

Position Responsibilities

• Quantify materials, labor, and equipment required for commercial painting and wall coverings from digital construction documents in various stages of development utilizing On-Screen Takeoff software.
• Quantify materials, labor, and equipment required for commercial painting and wall coverings for existing structures by field measurement.
• Prepare proposals for clients and submit in a timely fashion.
• Communicate with clients (general contractors, owners, property managers, etc.) as needed.
• Foster relationships with existing and new clients.
• Create a pipeline of opportunities by growing, maintaining, and leveraging your network.
• Identify potential clients and build relationships with the decision makers in those organizations.
• Follow-up with clients post-bid.
• Prepare submittals, samples and drawdowns
• Assist operations department with quantifying and pricing change documents as needed.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications and schematics to communicate with superintendents to set goals, measure production, and maintain budget.
• Monitor project progress and actual costs and hours versus budgeted goals to be able to measure actual production rates versus estimated.

Position Requirements

• Experience in commercial construction plan reading.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• 70% Computer/Office work, 30% site visits/field take off.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to estimate several projects concurrently and meet submission deadlines.
• Experience in commercial painting estimating required.