Senior Construction Superintendent – Large-Scale Commercial Builds

Cscos; California; On-site; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Companies seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent for a project-based role in Orange County to oversee trades and manage new build vertical construction. You will direct subcontractors, coordinate activities, and ensure safety and quality on site, interacting with design professionals, consultants, and clients.

The successful candidate should have 10+ years in general contracting, proficiency with plans and specs, and experience with PEMB and steel buildings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience with a General Contracting firm.
• Experience with Orange County permitting jurisdictions is a plus.
• Experience with PEMB, conventional steel buildings, and large concrete production.
• Strong ability to read and interpret plans and specs.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Project.
• Associate’s degree or higher in Construction or related field is a plus.
• Procore project management software experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Safety and quality on a job site.

Responsibilities

• Direct sub-contractors and construction personnel and ensure safe execution.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor work per contract docs, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with General Superintendent and Project Manager on project delivery.
• Travel to other locations within Southern or Northern California after this project.

Skills

Reading plans & specs

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Construction or related field

Tools

Procore

Word

Excel

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.