Gallagher Paint & Paper Superintendent – High-End Residential Painting & Wallcoverings

Location: Northbrook, IL Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 Base Salary Performance Bonuses Full-Time

Gallagher Paint & Paper is a rapidly growing luxury painting and wallcovering contractor serving Chicago's North Shore and western suburbs. We specialize in high-end residential painting, designer wallcoverings, cabinet refinishing, fine finish work, drywall repair, skim coating, and specialty finishes.

We are looking for an experienced Superintendent who can lead from the front, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and ensure every project is completed at the highest level of quality.

This is not a desk job. We need a hands-on field leader who understands the trade, can manage crews and subcontractors, communicate with homeowners and designers, and hold everyone accountable to our standards.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple residential painting and wallpaper projects simultaneously

Coordinate and supervise painters, wallpaper installers, drywall technicians, and subcontractors

Conduct daily jobsite visits and quality inspections

Review project schedules and ensure jobs stay on time and on budget

Order and manage materials, equipment, and deliveries

Maintain clean, organized, professional jobsites

Communicate directly with homeowners, designers, project managers, and office staff

Identify and resolve field issues before they become problems

Train and develop field personnel

Ensure all work meets Gallagher Paint & Paper quality standards





Perform final walkthroughs and punch list completion

Requirements

7 years of experience in residential painting, wallcoverings, drywall finishing, or related trades

Previous experience as a Superintendent, Foreman, Project Manager, or Operations Manager

Extensive knowledge of

Interior and exterior painting

High-end residential finishes

Wallpaper installation

Drywall repair and skim coating

Surface preparation

Cabinet refinishing

Insulation and remodeling projects

Ability to read plans and specifications

Robust leadership and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and crews

Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Comfortable using technology, smartphones, and project management software

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in luxury residential homes

Existing relationships with painters, wallpaper installers, or specialty trades

Experience managing projects valued from $10,000 to $250,000

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

What We Offer

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus program

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Company phone and technology package

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Year-round work A chance to help build one of the premier painting and wallcovering companies in the Chicago market

If you take pride in craftsmanship, hold people accountable, and know how to deliver a white-glove customer experience, we want to talk to you.

Please email your resume and work experiance to [email protected] & [email protected]

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