Construction Superintendent

C&S Companies; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Companies is seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent for a project-based role in Orange County. You will oversee trades, direct subcontractors, and ensure work aligns with contract documents, schedule, and budget.

You’ll interact with design professionals, consultants, and clients to deliver quality construction while maintaining safety standards. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years in general contracting, strong plan interpretation skills, and Procore

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience for a General Contracting firm in the field.
• Experience working with Orange County permitting jurisdictions is a plus.
• Experience with PEMB, Conventional steel buildings, Commercial class A Construction, and large concrete production.
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans and specs.
• Must be functional at computer use as a means for communication (Word, Excel, Project)
• Associate’s degree or higher in Construction or related technical field is a plus
• Procore project management software (or similar software) experience is a plus
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Must understand the importance of safety and quality on a job site
• Submittal review and shop drawing review experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee trades and manage general new build vertical construction.
• Direct sub-contractors and other construction personnel, planning, coordinating and safely executing work.
• Collaborate with General Superintendent and Project Manager on each project and related duties.
• May require travel within Southern or Northern California after project completion.

Skills

Reading plans/specs

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Safety and quality mindset

Education

Associate degree or higher in Construction

Tools

Procore

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

Salary Range: $135,000.00 To $155,000.00 Annually

At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Superintendentfor a project-based position within Orange County to oversee trades and manage general new build vertical construction.

The successful candidate must possess the knowledge, experience, and confidence to engage and professionally interact with design professionals, consultants, and clients. Responsibilities include directing sub-contractors and other construction related personnel, planning, coordinating, and safely executing work in accordance with the contract documents, schedule, and budget. This individual will work closely with General Superintendent, Project Manager and fulfill an integral role on each assigned project. Following this project this position may require travel to other locations within Southern or Northern California.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Minimum 10 years’ experience for a General Contracting firm in the field
• Experience working with Orange County permitting jurisdictions is a plus
• Experience with PEMB, Conventional steel buildings, Commercial class A Construction, and large concrete production
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans and specs
• Must be functional at computer use as a means for communication (Word, Excel, Project)
• Associate’s degree or higher in Construction or related technical field is a plus
• Procore project management software (or similar software) experience is a plus
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Must understand the importance of safety and quality on a job site
• Submittal review and shop drawing review experience

*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

WHO WE ARE:

C&S Companies is a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, planning, and construction firm with more than 50 years of experience delivering projects for public and private clients across the United States. Our West Coast General Contracting Construction business is one of the fastest-growing businesses within C&S Companies, providing preconstruction, general contracting, construction management, design-build, and CMAR services throughout the Western region. Our team serves a diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, and large-scale aviation projects, bringing the resources and technical depth of a national firm together with experienced local leadership and hands‑on project execution.

As an integrated A/E/C firm, C&S offers clients a unique combination of planning, design, engineering, and construction expertise under one organization—allowing our teams to identify challenges early, collaborate effectively, and deliver complex projects safely, efficiently, and predictably.