Commercial Painting Foreman

About the role

Commercial Paint Foreman – Higham Company - DMV Region. Location: Manassas, VA (20% regional travel). Full-time position overseeing commercial painting, wallcovering, and polished concrete projects. Lead crew, assign tasks, ensure quality, and report progress to the Superintendent and Project Manager. Higham Company, Inc. is a commercial painting and wallcovering contractor serving clients throughout the DMV region, including general contractors, property managers, and end users. We work across all market segments, from tilt-up concrete to interior finish packages. This is a fast-paced, family-oriented business that actively invests in your professional growth and long-term career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site crews and subcontractors to ensure precise execution of work scopes.
• Maintain strict safety standards and conduct daily site inspections to keep teams safe.
• Manage jobsite materials, track inventory usage, and order necessary project supplies.
• Develop and assign daily work schedules to meet contract timelines and labor budgets.
• Perform painting, wallcovering, and substrate preparation tasks alongside the crew.
• Document daily job logs, track crew labor hours, and report field updates to accounting.
• Communicate progress, delays, equipment needs, and field challenges with superintendents.
• Train and mentor crew members on proper technique and company standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience leading field crews in a commercial trade business.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of coatings systems, surface prep, and application methods.
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, schedules, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Strong leadership and time-management skills with high attention to detail.
• Comfortable directing a crew and solving problems on the spot.
• Driver's licence in good standing.

Qualifications

• Completed OSHA 30 certification or related trade safety training.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish to lead diverse field crews effectively.
• Trade Program or Technical Certification in painting, or construction management.
• Experience with Procore, Autodesk, BlueBeam project management programs – commonly used onsite with a tablet.

Pay

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $29.00 to $32.00+ per hour based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities to reward high-performing field leaders.
• Weekly pay cycle.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings program featuring employer matching contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and HSA options plus life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off covering holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Provided company tech package or allowance, trade safety equipment, and ongoing certification training.
• Annual company events within a supportive, family-focused organizational culture.