Project Manager/Estimator - Paintings & Coatings

NW Recruiting Partners; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums

401K with 4% match

Company vehicle provided

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A growing commercial painting contractor in Richland, WA is seeking a Project Manager/Estimator to oversee projects from preconstruction to closeout. This role involves managing schedules, crews, and relationships with clients while ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in project management or estimating, preferably in commercial painting, along with strong communication skills. Benefits include employer-paid medical insurance, 401K match, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction project management or estimating.
• Background in commercial painting or related trades is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial painting projects from award through completion.
• Conduct on-site walkthroughs and prepare estimates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Project management software

Estimating tools

Job description

Overview

Tri-Cities

Our client, a growing commercial painting contractor, is expanding its footprint across Central and Eastern Washington, and is seeking a Project Manager/Estimator to support that growth. This role blends estimating, project management, and client-facing responsibilities, with significant time spent in the field walking job sites and serving as the local representative for general contractors, facility owners, and property managers.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, owning projects from preconstruction through closeout, and building long-term relationships while managing both the numbers and execution.

Responsibilities

• Manage private and public commercial painting projects from award through completion, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence.
• Conduct on-site walkthroughs of commercial and industrial facilities to scope work, measure surfaces, and document existing conditions.
• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals using internal estimating tools and field documentation.
• Coordinate schedules, crews, materials, and equipment for projects.
• Perform regular site visits to monitor progress, productivity, and workmanship.
• Track project details, photos, and notes using field documentation and project management software.
• Follow up on inbound leads and existing relationships; support proposal presentations and negotiations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, facility managers, and ownership groups.
• Collaborate closely with ownership, estimating support, and production teams to ensure project success.
• 3+ years of experience in construction project management and/or estimating preferred.
• Background in commercial painting, coatings, or related trades is a plus.
• Comfortable walking job sites and learning how to evaluate painting scopes and production requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with clients and field crews.
• Comfortable using estimating, documentation, and project management software.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly throughout Eastern and Central WA.

Benefits

• 80% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums.
• 401K with 4% match
• Company vehicle provided
• Paid vacation and holidays

Compensation

$100K - $140K salary + bonus