Operations Manager - Southeast Alaska

OPERATIONS MANAGER – SOUTHEAST ALASKA – Lead a Region. Build Relationships. Shape the Future.

More than a job. An opportunity to build a region.

At Cornerstone, we build more than commercial construction projects, we build exceptional teams, trusted relationships, and stronger communities throughout Alaska. Since 1993, we've earned our reputation as a 100% Alaskan-owned contractor by delivering complex projects while investing in our people.

As we continue to grow throughout Southeast Alaska, we are seeking an Operations Manager to lead our regional operations. This is more than a project leadership role, it's an opportunity to shape the future of one of Cornerstone's fastest-growing markets by developing people, strengthening client relationships, and delivering exceptional project performance.

Why This Role Matters

The Operations Manager is responsible for the success of Cornerstone's Southeast Alaska portfolio. While Project Managers focus on individual projects, this role is accountable for the long-term performance, growth, and reputation of the entire region.

Working alongside Cornerstone leadership, you'll help shape one of the company's most important growth markets by influencing operational performance, client satisfaction, business development, leadership development, and regional profitability.

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

Lead the Region

Provide the leadership that brings consistency, accountability, and direction to Cornerstone's Southeast Alaska operations. You will oversee multiple concurrent projects while aligning people, priorities, and resources to support company objectives, ensuring every project team has what it needs to succeed and every decision strengthens the long‑term performance of the region.

Success in this role is measured by the health of the entire portfolio, not just individual projects. You will monitor schedules, financial performance, staffing, quality, and client satisfaction across multiple projects, working closely with Project Managers to identify risks early, solve challenges proactively, and deliver consistent operational excellence.

Build Lasting Client Relationships

Relationships are at the heart of how work is won and retained in Southeast Alaska. As Cornerstone's senior operational representative in the region, you will build trust with owners, architects, engineers, public agencies, Tribal organizations, and community partners. Working alongside Cornerstone leadership, you will help ensure every client interaction reinforces Cornerstone's reputation for professionalism, responsiveness, and quality.

Grow the Business

Operational excellence and business development go hand in hand. You will partner with regional leadership to support pursuit strategies, participate in client interviews, provide operational insight during proposal development, and help identify new opportunities throughout Southeast Alaska. Your credibility and experience will help clients feel confident choosing Cornerstone for their next project.

The long‑term success of the region depends on the strength of its people. You will mentor Project Managers, Superintendents, Project Engineers, and emerging leaders while helping recruit, develop, and retain exceptional talent. By creating a culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, you will strengthen not only today's teams but the next generation of Cornerstone leaders.

Strengthen the Organization

Beyond project execution, you will help shape how Cornerstone continues to grow. Working closely with Executive Leadership, you will contribute to strategic planning, improve operational processes, share lessons learned across the company, and help build systems that support sustainable growth throughout Southeast Alaska and beyond.

What You Bring

The most successful leaders in this role understand that construction is about more than schedules and budgets. They build trust, develop people, solve problems early, and create an environment where projects and teams consistently succeed.

If you've successfully led multiple projects, developed high‑performing teams, built lasting client relationships, and enjoy…