Construction Superintendent

Superintendent – Commercial Construction

Status: Full Time

At Cornerstone Construction we create lasting impacts with relentless execution and extraordinary experiences with buildings, for people, within communities. 

Cornerstone Construction is a regional contractor operating in four states and based out of Eastern Washington. Our focus includes, but is not limited to: retail, grocery, gas station & convenience, banking, multifamily, public, tenant improvement and more. We work on challenging projects and take pride in how we do it.

The Role:

The Superintendent is responsible for leading all on-site construction activities from mobilization through completion with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, and field execution.

At Cornerstone, Superintendents are trusted leaders on the jobsite. This role is for a field professional who takes pride in planning work well, holding high standards, coordinating trades effectively, and delivering projects that are safe, organized, and built the right way.

You will partner closely with Project Managers to execute the plan, solve problems in real time, and maintain a jobsite environment where expectations are clear and teams can perform at a high level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all on-site construction activities for ground-up commercial projects and tenant improvements 

• Develop and manage project schedules, including short interval look-ahead schedules 

• Manage schedules, subcontractors, safety, and quality control to deliver projects on time and within budget

• Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors

• Build strong relationships with owners, design teams, and trade partners

• Maintain comprehensive daily logs and reports; monitor site progress and resolve issues as they arise

• Ensure compliance with building codes, company policies, and OSHA standards

• Conduct regular site meetings and progress updates with stakeholders

• Mentor and supervise assistant superintendents and craft team members

• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and company standards

• Proficient with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore, Excel and Bluebeam)

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a Superintendent in commercial construction on projects valued greater than $3 million

• Proven track record managing multiple trades on fast-paced projects

• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, and sequencing

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• OSHA 30 and CESCL certification preferred

• Valid and insurable driver’s license

• Position subject to pre-employment drug screening

Who Thrives at Cornerstone:

This role is best suited for a Superintendent who:

• Takes pride in running clean, safe, and well-organized jobsites

• Values planning, sequencing, and clear communication over chaos and fighting fires

• Holds high standards for safety, quality, and craftsmanship

• Enjoys leading trade partners with respect and accountability

• Wants the authority to run the job, and the support to do it well

• Finds satisfaction in seeing work executed correctly and teams succeed

If you take ownership of your jobsite, care about how work gets built, and want to be trusted as the field leader, you’ll fit well at Cornerstone.

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary $90,000 – $115,000 DOE

• 8 paid holidays, including 1 employee-selected “flex” holiday

• Front-loaded PTO (not accrued)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% employer paid for employees)

• 401K with 4% company match after 90 days

• Performance based annual bonus 

• Continuing education and training

• A high-trust environment with clear expectations and autonomy

• A culture that values tenacity, discipline, candor…and humor

Cornerstone Culture:

We take our work seriously, but not ourselves. We hire capable professionals, trust them to run work, and hold them accountable for results. We value discipline, ownership, relationships, and clear communication. We believe great work happens in an environment with clear expectations, mutual respect, and enough trust to be open, direct, and enjoy the people you work with.