Cherry Coatings
Preconstruction Manager - Commercial Paint
Cherry Coatings, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Established in 1968, Cherry Coatings is one of the largest commercial paint contractors in the country. We are a family‑owned business that provides architectural, industrial, and maintenance coating services for some of the most recognizable facilities in Texas, Arizona, Tennessee, and beyond. Our strong emphasis on high‑quality service and client satisfaction has made us the select partner for general contractors, property management firms, and facility managers.
We are looking for an experienced and highly proactive Preconstruction Manager. The ideal candidate has 5‑10 years in commercial painting focused on new construction (non‑residential) with scopes of work exceeding $1 M, is organized, flexible, willing to learn and be mentored, and can demonstrate exceptional ability to connect with and positively motivate others. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Responsibilities
Mentor, coach, and develop all team members.
Attend job‑site visits to review existing conditions; partner with the Operations Manager, Field Manager, and/or Foreman.
Independently deliver solid estimates for entire project scopes.
Ensure complete bid & cost project evaluation, leveraging experience, looking beyond information, and mitigating risks.
Respond to RFPs and deliver formal project presentations.
Review all project bid documents for completeness & accuracy.
Develop a preconstruction meeting schedule and monitor progress.
Own and manage the estimating pipeline and accuracy of bid win rates via Building Connected.
Present job schedule projections regularly and partner with Field Operations.
Maintain expert‑level knowledge of competitive market pricing.
Engage, develop, and influence business with new and existing customers.
Attend and participate in business meetings, industry conferences, and networking activities to improve the presence and reputation of the business unit and company.
Establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with customers, project team, architects, engineers, vendor representatives, etc.
Know market and pricing.
Manage projections with BD.
Know customer base and types of jobs (build relationships with PreCon of companies).
Analyze wins and losses.
Requirements
5‑10 years of progressive growth in commercial paint.
Strong estimating experience is required.
High level of fluency in reading plans, specifications & related documents.
Competent with technology and programs PlanSwift, Plan Grid, Building Connected & MS Office Suite, specifically Excel.
Flexibility to work in a fast‑paced environment, variable working hours both in office & field.
Enjoy various challenges with a multitasked position from takeoff to sales.
Management experience.
Job Type Full‑time.
Benefits Outstanding work environment, Paid Holidays, Flexible Paid Vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & more; 401K, Profit Sharing, Bonus and career growth potential are just some of the amazing reasons to join our team!
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We are looking for an experienced and highly proactive Preconstruction Manager. The ideal candidate has 5‑10 years in commercial painting focused on new construction (non‑residential) with scopes of work exceeding $1 M, is organized, flexible, willing to learn and be mentored, and can demonstrate exceptional ability to connect with and positively motivate others. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Responsibilities
Mentor, coach, and develop all team members.
Attend job‑site visits to review existing conditions; partner with the Operations Manager, Field Manager, and/or Foreman.
Independently deliver solid estimates for entire project scopes.
Ensure complete bid & cost project evaluation, leveraging experience, looking beyond information, and mitigating risks.
Respond to RFPs and deliver formal project presentations.
Review all project bid documents for completeness & accuracy.
Develop a preconstruction meeting schedule and monitor progress.
Own and manage the estimating pipeline and accuracy of bid win rates via Building Connected.
Present job schedule projections regularly and partner with Field Operations.
Maintain expert‑level knowledge of competitive market pricing.
Engage, develop, and influence business with new and existing customers.
Attend and participate in business meetings, industry conferences, and networking activities to improve the presence and reputation of the business unit and company.
Establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with customers, project team, architects, engineers, vendor representatives, etc.
Know market and pricing.
Manage projections with BD.
Know customer base and types of jobs (build relationships with PreCon of companies).
Analyze wins and losses.
Requirements
5‑10 years of progressive growth in commercial paint.
Strong estimating experience is required.
High level of fluency in reading plans, specifications & related documents.
Competent with technology and programs PlanSwift, Plan Grid, Building Connected & MS Office Suite, specifically Excel.
Flexibility to work in a fast‑paced environment, variable working hours both in office & field.
Enjoy various challenges with a multitasked position from takeoff to sales.
Management experience.
Job Type Full‑time.
Benefits Outstanding work environment, Paid Holidays, Flexible Paid Vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & more; 401K, Profit Sharing, Bonus and career growth potential are just some of the amazing reasons to join our team!
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