Project Manager

PROJECT MANAGER – Lead Projects. Build Relationships. Drive Success.

Cornerstone General Contractors | Anchorage | Juneau | Fairbanks, Alaska

More than a job. An opportunity to lead projects that matter.

At Cornerstone, we don't just manage construction projects, we build partnerships, develop leaders, and create lasting value throughout Alaska.

Since 1993, we've grown as a 100% Alaskan-owned company by delivering exceptional commercial construction projects while investing in the people who make them possible.

We're looking for a Project Manager who wants more than simply keeping projects on schedule.

We're looking for someone who wants to lead teams, build trusted client relationships, drive financial success, and help shape how some of Alaska's most challenging commercial projects are delivered.

If you enjoy solving complex problems, making decisions that matter, and leading people toward a common goal, this is the opportunity you've been looking for.

WHY PROJECT MANAGEMENT? (Why This Role Matters)

Project Managers sit at the center of everything we do.

Every major decision—from project startup through closeout—flows through this role.

You'll influence:

• Client satisfaction
• Financial performance
• Team success
• Risk management
• Schedule performance
• Company growth

Your leadership determines whether projects simply get built—or become projects we're proud to deliver.

What You’ll Do (The Impact You’ll Have)

Lead Projects from Startup Through Closeout

Own every phase of project execution while balancing schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client expectations.

• Lead projects from contract award through final closeout and warranty.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and execution plans.
• Coordinate project startup activities including procurement, subcontracting, permits, and mobilization.
• Monitor project performance and proactively resolve schedule, cost, quality, and resource challenges.
• Ensure every project meets Cornerstone's standards for safety, quality, profitability, and client satisfaction.

Build High-Performing Teams

Exceptional projects are built by exceptional people.

• Provide leadership, direction, and mentorship to Project Engineers and project staff.
• Partner with Superintendents to align field and office operations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster accountability, communication, and collaboration across internal teams and subcontractors.
• Develop future leaders by coaching team members and creating growth opportunities.
• Create an environment where people understand expectations, take ownership, and perform at a high level.

Drive Financial Performance

Every decision impacts project profitability.

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and cost reporting.
• Review contracts, subcontract agreements, and purchase orders to mitigate risk.
• Negotiate and manage change orders while protecting Cornerstone's financial interests.
• Monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, and procurement strategies.
• Identify opportunities to improve margins while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.

Build Lasting Client Relationships

Great relationships create repeat business.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and solutions proactively.
• Build trust through responsiveness, professionalism, and consistent follow-through.
• Lead project meetings and facilitate collaboration between all stakeholders.
• Deliver an exceptional client experience that generates future opportunities.

Solve Complex Challenges

Construction is dynamic.

Strong Project Managers stay ahead of problems.

• Identify risks early and implement practical solutions before they impact the project.
• Coordinate design clarifications, RFIs, submittals, and procurement activities.
• Balance competing priorities while maintaining schedule and budget.
• Make informed decisions under pressure using sound business judgment.
• Remove obstacles that prevent project teams from performing at their best.

Improve the Way We Build

The best Project Managers improve the organization—not just their projects.

• Support continuous improvement across project management systems and workflows.
• Share lessons learned and best practices with other project teams.
• Help strengthen project startup, forecasting, documentation, and reporting processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency across departments.
• Contribute to business development, preconstruction, and strategic planning initiatives.

What You Bring

We're looking for leaders who combine technical construction knowledge with exceptional communication and business acumen.

Ideal candidates have experience with:

• Commercial construction project management
• Vertical commercial construction
• Budget development and forecasting
• Contract administration
• Change order management
• Schedule development
• Client relationship management
• Risk mitigation
• Team leadership

Bonus if you have:

• Alaska commercial construction experience
• Design-build experience
• Public procurement experience
• Experience managing negotiated projects
• Field leadership background

Compensation

• $100,000–$150,000 DOE
• Performance bonus (up to 15%)
• Advancement opportunities based on contribution and leadership

Our philosophy is simple:

Leaders who create value should share in the success they help create.

What You Get (Total Rewards That Actually Matter)

Health & Wellness

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
• Plans backed by trusted national carriers (BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare, VSP, Express Scripts)
• Benefits designed to provide real, reliable value; not just coverage on paper
• Wellness support that encourages long-term health and balance

Time & Flexibility

• Generous PTO that allows you to recharge and manage life outside of work
• Paid holidays plus a company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s
• Paid volunteer time to give back to your community
• A culture that respects personal time and sustainable performance

Your Future

• 401(k) with profit sharing of at least 3% or more, depending on company performance
• Performance-based incentives aligned with company success
• Opportunities for growth and expanded responsibility
• Support for continued learning and professional development

Where We Go Beyond the Market

• Wellness stipend for real-life use
• Referral bonuses plus additional PTO
• Merit-based advancement driven by performance; not tenure
• Life-event support programs
• PTO donation program to support team members during times of need

Our Culture

We’re building a team of people who take ownership, support each other, and take pride in doing things right.

• Performance matters and it’s recognized and rewarded
• Your contributions are valued and tied to both growth and opportunity.
• You have real ownership over your work
• You’re trusted to manage responsibilities, solve problems, and keep things moving.
• Teamwork is part of the job
• You’ll work across departments and support both operations and leadership.
• Your role makes a daily impact
• From financial accuracy to first impressions, your work directly supports company success.
• Growth is based on contribution, not tenure
• We reward initiative, reliability, and a willingness to take on more.

Why Cornerstone

Here’s what sets Cornerstone apart and why people choose to build their careers here.

• Fair, performance-based pay aligned with your contributions
• A strong, team-first environment where people support each other
• Meaningful work that keeps projects and operations moving forward
• A company that invests in your whole life, not just your role