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Coatings Manager | Lead Industrial Projects in Waterloo

Date Posted: 08 May 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

I’m partnered with a growing and well-respected industrial services company that is expanding its coatings division and looking to bring on a Coatings Manager to lead from the front.

This is a high-impact role for someone who understands protective coatings, specialty flooring systems, and surface prep — and wants to be part of a company that is actively growing its footprint.

🔧 What You’ll Be Doing

  • Oversee and manage coatings projects from bid to completion
  • Lead crews performing:
    • Epoxy and resinous flooring systems
    • Industrial painting and protective coatings
    • Abrasive blasting / surface preparation
    • Structural steel coatings
  • Coordinate scheduling, manpower, and materials across multiple jobs
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at a high standard
  • Work closely with estimating and operations teams to support project success
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients and field teams

🎯 What We’re Looking For

  • Experience managing industrial or commercial coatings projects
  • Strong background in:
    • Epoxy flooring / specialty coatings
    • Abrasive blasting and surface prep
    • Industrial painting systems
  • Ability to lead crews and manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Knowledge of safety standards and quality control in coatings environments
  • Strong communication and leadership skills

💥 Why This Role Stands Out

  • Top-end compensation for the right person (up to $125K+)
  • Opportunity to build and grow a division, not just manage jobs
  • Steady pipeline of industrial and commercial projects
  • Company with a strong reputation and room for advancement
  • Leadership team that understands the coatings business

📈 The Bottom Line

If you’re someone who knows coatings, can run projects, and wants to be part of a company that’s growing — this is the kind of role where you can make a real impact.

📩 Apply / Connect

If you’re interested or want to learn more, reach out directly: 📞 402.402.6264 📧 Jasmine.Ingram@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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