Explore Superintendent Jobs

Superintendents lead people, plans, and day-to-day operations across a range of industries. From overseeing construction sites and coordinating project teams to guiding school districts or managing facilities, these professionals keep complex work moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Explore superintendent jobs on Ladders, where you can find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Superintendent Do?

Responsibilities depend on the industry and employer. Construction superintendents typically direct field operations, coordinate subcontractors and suppliers, monitor schedules and budgets, enforce safety standards, and report progress to project stakeholders. School superintendents lead district-wide strategy, support school leaders, oversee budgets and staffing, and work with communities and governing boards. In other settings, superintendents may manage building operations, maintenance teams, or essential services.

Common Superintendent Job Titles

Search titles that match your experience and area of expertise. Opportunities may include construction superintendent, general superintendent, site superintendent, senior superintendent, assistant superintendent, school district superintendent, facilities superintendent, and operations superintendent. Role scope can vary by project size, organization, location, and level of seniority.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Value

Employers often look for proven leadership, clear communication, sound judgment, and strong planning and problem-solving skills. Construction roles may call for experience interpreting plans, coordinating trades, managing schedules, and applying safety requirements. Education leadership positions commonly require relevant administrative experience, knowledge of district operations, and credentials required by the state or employer. Requirements differ, so review each job listing carefully.

Find Superintendent Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details to find roles that fit your background and career goals. Whether you are ready to lead a larger project, take on district-wide responsibility, or move into senior operations, discover superintendent openings that align with your next step.

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$110K - $165K *

Empower project success by supervising construction efforts, ensuring quality, safety, and timely completion across multiple sites while leading a skilled team and managing resources effectively...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$91K - $156K *

Lead the charge in successful highway and site construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality standards through hands-on supervision and effective resource management...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Oversee construction projects, ensuring successful completion by managing schedules, quality control, and safety standards while leading a skilled team across various sites and driving continuous impr...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing construction projects from start to finish, ensuring successful completion through effective management, quality control, and strong communication with all s...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Optimize construction project efficiency by coordinating teams, managing schedules, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, while effectively addressing challenges and fostering client...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Drive the execution of large-scale electrical projects, overseeing field operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and coordinating with teams to deliver on time and within budget while foste...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in multifamily construction projects, overseeing site operations, managing schedules, and ensuring quality workmanship while promoting safety and collaboration among subcontractors and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing construction operations for single-family homes, ensuring safety and quality while managing multiple projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional homes on sche...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Unlock your potential in construction management by supervising project crews, ensuring safety compliance, optimizing resources, and cultivating client relationships while driving efficient production...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in on-site project execution, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Manage field teams, coordinate activities, and uphold standards while fostering communication with project manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Champion on-site leadership and operational excellence for projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Mentor field teams while coordinating with project management to deliver results on time...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale electrical projects, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity while coordinating labor, materials, and subcontractors. Mentor field personnel and oversee all...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$133K - $146K *

Champion site safety and oversee daily operations for construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards. Lead and mentor junior staff while coordinating with clients...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Empower projects by overseeing operations, ensuring safety and quality while mentoring junior staff. Manage subcontractors and logistics, coordinating efforts to complete work on time and within budge...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of education by leading district operations, enhancing academic achievement, and fostering community engagement. Drive strategic planning and ensure student success through transp...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in electrical construction on retail projects nationwide. Oversee all on-site operations, ensuring compliance and teamwork. Drive project success through your expertise, collaboration...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing the maintenance department, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while managing a diverse team and overseeing departmental budg...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead construction projects as a Superintendent, utilizing your strong technical skills and expertise in scheduling and code compliance while driving safety and innovation in col...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $110K *

Empower field operations by coordinating resources, driving planning, and ensuring safety and quality. Mentor staff and optimize project schedules to deliver on productivity and efficiency goals for s...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget compliance while mentoring and developing field crews for optimal performance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $212K *

Unlock the potential of educational excellence through strategic leadership in fiscal management, operations, and resource allocation. Guide the Business Services Division to enhance student achieveme...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hotel renovations by overseeing and managing field operations, ensuring quality and safety on dynamic construction projects while collaborating with subcontrac...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive day-to-day field operations, ensuring safety and project quality. Manage logistics, supervise subcontractors, and maintain client relations to deliver projects on time and within budget, while f...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$68K - $113K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project plans and schedules for vacant homes, ensuring quality control and effective collaboration with technicians and vendors. Drive project success while mentoring te...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to the success of a high-performing PreK-12 district by leading with vision and collaboration. Drive educational excellence, foster community relationships, and navigate operational challen...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of superintendent jobs can I find?question toggle

    Superintendent roles span several fields, including construction, education, facilities, and operations. Common titles include site superintendent, general superintendent, school district superintendent, and facilities superintendent.

  • What does a construction superintendent do?question toggle

    A construction superintendent oversees on-site project execution. Duties often include coordinating subcontractors, tracking schedules, enforcing safety practices, addressing field issues, and communicating progress to project stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are usually required for superintendent jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications vary by industry and employer. Many roles require relevant leadership experience, strong communication and planning skills, and expertise in the work being managed. Some positions also require specific licenses, certifications, or educational credentials.

  • How much do superintendent jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, experience, and the size and complexity of the organization or project. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details.

  • Where can I find superintendent jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse superintendent listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and compare roles by responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.