Job description:
About the Role
The Project Manager is the quarterback of our operations team in the field—responsible for ensuring that every project runs smoothly, stays on budget, and exceeds customer expectations. From the moment a job is assigned to final completion, you’ll be the primary contact for both the customer and the crew, making sure everything comes together with excellence.
If you love working with people, solving problems, and seeing projects come to life, this role could be the perfect fit.
Applicants with no hands on painting experience will not be considered.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage 6–10+ paint crews on residential and light commercial projects
- Oversee the full project lifecycle: kickoff, progress check-ins, quality control, and final walk-throughs
- Communicate clearly and proactively with homeowners, ensuring they feel informed and cared for every step of the way
- Maintain project budgets, material costs, and labor expenses to achieve margin targets (goal: 41%+)
- Recruit and retain a reliable team of subcontractors, punch technicians, and support staff to meet production goals
- Resolve any customer concerns with professionalism and integrity, ensuring high satisfaction and positive reviews
- Collect payments and ensure all project financials (including change orders) are completed accurately and on time
- Participate in weekly leadership and operations meetings to stay aligned with company goals and receive coaching
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience professionally managing residential painting projects—residential or commercial painting
- Strong leadership and people-management skills
- Proven track record of achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) related to revenue, margin, and customer satisfaction
- Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple projects at once
- Customer-first mindset with excellent communication skills
- Results-driven: you take ownership of outcomes and are motivated to hit production and financial goals
- Ability to identify Quality issues with the paint finish and help train crews to fix issues in the field with proper application techniques while hitting our budget and keeping our schedule
- Comfortable with basic technology (CRM, project management tools, etc.)
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience coaching and mentoring foremen, crew leads, or other project management staff
- Familiarity with painting products, techniques, and estimating
Opportunities for Growth:
Midway Painting Company is a growth-focused residential painting company committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship and a premium customer experience. We are building a scalable, performance-driven marketing engine rooted in neighborhood presence, community trust, and measurable ROI.
Compensation:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Performance Bonuses: Net Promoter Score + Contribution Margin Bonus
- Company Vehicle or Stipend
- Company Phone or Stipend
- Health Benefits
- 1099 or W2 options
- Total Compensation: $70,000–$80,000+ based on performance
Why Join Us?
We’re a team that values excellence, accountability, and genuine care—for our customers and each other. If you want to build something meaningful, grow your career, and lead with integrity, we’d love to meet you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
