Painting Field Superintendent & Project Leader

National Coatings, Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance w/ PPO and HSA Plan

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with Company M

FSA / Dependent Care Savings Accounts

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability & Voluntary Life

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Job summary

National Coatings, Inc. is seeking a seasoned field superintendent to lead and manage painting projects across commercial, industrial, and specialty applications in Greenville, SC.

You will oversee scheduling, staffing, safety, and daily site operations to ensure high-quality results. The role emphasizes leadership, team development, and adherence to safety protocols, with responsibilities spanning job setup, progress reviews, and client relations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of superintendent / supervisory experience.
• Proven commercial, industrial, and/or retail painting experience.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures related to painting and construction activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively and exhibit strong leadership.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Able to read drawings / blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Review manpower schedule on a weekly basis to determine the number of field personnel needed to complete scheduled work.
• Review applications, check references, conduct interviews, and hire new painters as needed.
• Track field employees' progress, update field/foremen levels, and conduct employee reviews as needed or when due.
• Identify and develop leaders from within the workforce, providing training and direction. Promote strong teamwork and build a positive team culture.
• Oversee all required training of field employees, including proper paperwork, safety, etc.
• Supervise all field personnel and verify that company policies are followed (e.g., advances, per diem, starting times, production, project organization, safety, field paperwork, etc.).
• Manage all safety functions; perform or direct all safety testing for all field employees.
• Participate in job set-up, including scheduling and building production reports.
• Attend job start-up meetings and briefings with Estimator, Operations Manager, Project Manager, Foreman, etc. for each project.
• Conduct a site visit with the foreman and estimator prior to, or at project start, based on the location and size of the project.
• Identify supplies and equipment needed for project start-up and throughout the duration of the job; deliver equipment, supplies, and material to job sites as needed.
• Conduct weekly site visits, setting the attitude and pace for productive project completion; promote safety, organization, and follow-through. Attend job site weekly progress meetings as needed.
• Handle daily management and troubleshooting on projects, including all necessary paperwork.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and post weekly manpower schedule by 4pm each Thursday.
• Complete all per diem and special pay agreements prior to the activation date and all field payroll change notices in a timely manner.
• Manage customer relations and address client concerns appropriately.
• Assist with production painting as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reading blueprints

Safety knowledge

Scheduling

Driver's license

Job description

National Coatings, Inc. is seeking a seasoned field superintendent to lead and manage painting projects across commercial, industrial, and specialty applications in Greenville, SC.

You will oversee scheduling, staffing, safety, and daily site operations to ensure high-quality results. The role emphasizes leadership, team development, and adherence to safety protocols, with responsibilities spanning job setup, progress reviews, and client relations.