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Find superintendent jobs that match your leadership experience and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including superintendent roles across construction, education, facilities, and operations.

What Does a Superintendent Do?

Superintendents oversee people, projects, and day-to-day operations within their area of responsibility. Depending on the industry, they may coordinate construction schedules and subcontractors, guide school operations, manage facilities, or lead teams responsible for safety, quality, and performance. Strong communication, planning, and decision-making skills are central to many superintendent positions.

Common Superintendent Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but may include developing schedules, coordinating teams and vendors, monitoring budgets, enforcing safety standards, resolving operational issues, and reporting progress to executives, clients, or other stakeholders. Construction superintendents often manage on-site execution, while education and facilities superintendents focus on organizational leadership and service delivery.

Qualifications for Superintendent Roles

Employers commonly seek demonstrated leadership experience, knowledge of relevant regulations and procedures, and a record of delivering results. Construction roles may call for experience with project plans, building codes, safety programs, and construction management software. Education or facilities roles may require industry-specific credentials, administrative experience, or applicable licenses. Requirements differ by position, so review each listing carefully.

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Search superintendent openings on Ladders to explore vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, industries, and compensation details to identify opportunities that fit your experience and next career move.

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$110K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and strategy for our largest pro partners by leveraging data insights. Manage cross-functional projects to shape impactful initiatives, build frameworks, and measure...

United StatesRemote

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that leads the Remote Sensing Department, driving operations, technology, and quality systems to deliver innovative geospatial projects while mentoring a diverse team and ensuring successf...

West Palm Beach, FLRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$183K - $215K *

Shape the future of North American inland transportation by leading product strategy and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and drive market success in...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform growth strategies for military decision-making by leading market initiatives, conducting research, and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders in the U.S. Navy and defense sectors to e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $160K *

Manage mid to large-scale construction projects, ensuring they remain on schedule and within budget. Collaborate closely with teams and clients to uphold standards of quality, safety, and project exec...

Rockford, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving sales success and team development within your district. Engage with local vendors, mentor staff, and ensure operational excellence while achieving sales and margin goals in...

Tampa, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $249K *

Drive your career forward by leading the development and implementation of strategic networking contracts. Oversee negotiations, manage team resources, and support market launches while enhancing heal...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $150K *

Elevate billing processes by overseeing design and governance within Oracle, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in invoicing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and mentor jun...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $119K *

Reimagine your career by leading budget management for key divisions. You'll provide strategic guidance, enhance transparency, and ensure optimal resource use while collaborating with agency leaders t...

Olympia, WARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$215K - $269K *

Transform your career by architecting scalable systems in a dynamic engineering environment. As a technical leader, you will guide innovative solutions across multiple teams, ensuring high-performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance sales efficiency by owning project-level workstreams, streamlining processes, and utilizing data analytics to empower our Enterprise Account Executives to focus on customer...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $112K *

Empower health transformation by leading a dynamic nursing team, driving operational excellence, and enhancing patient care through innovative practices and data-driven insights. Collaborate with inte...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $215K *

Elevate business integrity by spearheading internal audits, enhancing risk assessments, and streamlining processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust controls, compliance, and effective...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence, overseeing a team of 60 while driving AI initiatives and enhancing operational strategies. Collaborate with product leadership to elevate engineering practic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage a property accounting team, ensuring financial integrity and streamlining processes. Collaborate with clients and oversee audits while enhancing financial reporting and cash flow management. Dr...

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2 weeks ago

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

$250K - $300K *

Elevate your career by owning the full sales cycle, engaging with security leaders, and driving growth in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, achieve quotas, and col...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering successful project outcomes by building comprehensive schedules, defining responsibilities, and managing timelines effectively to ensure client satisfaction an...

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2 weeks ago

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

$62K - $103K *

Shape the future of client relationships by leading global capital markets administration for high net-worth clients. Drive strategic decisions, enhance client experiences, and ensure compliance while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $108K *

Drive successful project execution by managing customer projects from quotation to completion. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, quality standards, and customer satisf...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $169K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing procurement operations while leading a skilled team. You'll implement process improvements and manage complex solicitations, ensuring efficiency and effective...

Beaverton, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing utility right of way projects, ensuring alignment across scope, schedules, and budgets while guiding project managers and nurturing client relationships for successful prog...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower security operations and engineering to enhance threat detection, incident response, and prevention. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale security measures as the organization grows...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $237K *

Unlock the potential of global communications by leading strategic initiatives that enhance brand visibility, media engagement, and corporate storytelling. Drive impactful narratives that position the...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Drive customer success across the Americas by leading a high-performing team focused on retention, expansion, and satisfaction, ensuring operational excellence in both pre and post-sales experiences f...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Develop and nurture partnerships with school districts to drive product adoption, enhance customer success, and ensure long-term retention through strategic implementation and proactive engagement...

United StatesRemote

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What industries hire superintendents?question toggle

    Superintendents work in several fields, including construction, education, facilities management, manufacturing, and operations. Responsibilities and qualifications depend on the industry and employer.

  • What does a construction superintendent do?question toggle

    A construction superintendent typically oversees on-site project execution, coordinates subcontractors and crews, tracks schedules, supports quality control, and helps maintain safety and compliance.

  • What qualifications are needed for superintendent jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for leadership experience, strong communication and planning skills, and relevant industry knowledge. Some positions require specific licenses, certifications, or technical expertise.

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

    Browse superintendent listings on Ladders, where professional opportunities are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation, location, responsibilities, and required qualifications.