Commercial Project Manager

This is a field-based construction/trades project management role requiring hands-on experience with jobsite operations, equipment, and commercial projects. CertaPro Painters is seeking a Commercial Project Manager to help expand our commercial painting presence throughout the Chicagoland area. This is a hybrid role designed for someone who can confidently manage job-site project execution and support business development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial jobs from post-sale through completion.
• Lead onsite coordination, including site walks, progress checks, safety alignment, and client updates.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and crews; ensure quality and schedule adherence.
• Manage equipment and logistics (lifts, swing stages, materials, inspections).
• Oversee change orders, job costing, margin protection, and closeout packages.
• Partner with Commercial Account Manager for commercial estimating.
• Participate in walkthroughs, scope development, and bid strategy.
• Build estimates using CertaPro tools and industry standards.
• Support pre-construction planning, material specifications, and vendor coordination.
• Join client meetings with the Commercial Account Manager to provide technical insight.
• Develop strong relationships with facility managers, property managers, and GC partners.
• Support commercial business development initiatives (light outreach, relationship nurturing).
• Represent the company professionally onsite and during client interactions.

Requirements

• 3–7+ years in commercial painting, construction, facilities, or related project management.
• Hands-on experience in commercial construction, painting/coatings, facilities, or building services (corporate-only project management backgrounds will not be a match).
• Strong understanding of equipment, jobsite logistics, safety, and trades coordination.
• Comfortable estimating commercial scopes (or able to learn quickly).
• Confident walking into a room with GCs, FMs, or property managers.
• Able to partner with sales without ego — collaborative, team-centric personality.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Willingness to be onsite daily as needed; occasional after-hours or early AM for commercial work.

Pay

• $60,000–$90,000 total earnings (base + commission)
• High performers earn $110,000+ annually
• Guaranteed base pay plus performance-based incentives for qualified opportunities and booked projects

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement
• iPhone and iPad provided
• Flexible schedule and regional travel
• Training and professional development opportunities

CertaPro Painters has built one of Chicagoland’s most respected painting brands. We value professionalism, teamwork, and results — and we’re expanding our commercial division rapidly. If you’re energized by networking, building relationships, and seeing your efforts directly drive business growth, this role offers a clear path forward. Flexible work from home options available.