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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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$113K - $127K *

Elevate your career by leading construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, resolve challenges, and build strong client relationships fo...

5 days ago

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

$113K - $127K *

Engage in dynamic project management by leading preconstruction planning, field operations, and client relations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery while fostering a collabor...

5 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate project success by leading construction activities, ensuring timely execution, and enforcing safety standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive major infrastructure developments while ma...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engage in leading large-scale construction projects, overseeing planning, execution, and quality assurance. Develop strategies, manage resources, and coordinate cross-functional teams for successful p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$137K - $178K *

Lead field operations for MEP projects, ensuring timely and profitable completion. Supervise labor force, manage schedules, and coordinate with trades while demonstrating strong leadership and communi...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $155K *

Join us to oversee construction operations, ensuring effective project execution, compliance with safety standards, and optimal resource management. You will play a critical role in leading teams acro...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $155K *

Lead and oversee field operations for diverse construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, effective communication, and successful completion of tasks while managing a team and co...

4 weeks ago

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

$156K - $157K *

Unlock potential by leading municipal operations and ensuring excellence in service delivery. Oversee Roads and Fleet Maintenance while managing budgets, staff, and operational planning to enhance com...

Iqaluit, NUIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in modular assembly, overseeing operations in a dynamic environment. Leverage your leadership skills to enhance safety and efficiency while managing a skille...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Seeking an experienced leader to oversee field operations on large industrial construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while mentoring teams and managing logistics and trad...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$144K - $216K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, ensuring seamless coordination and supervision of on-site teams. Drive efficiency, safety, and teamwork while mentoring staff and optimizing...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $155K *

Manage field operations and oversee construction activities. Lead site teams while ensuring compliance with safety standards, monitoring progress, and maintaining project timelines and budgets across...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $135K *

Contribute to successful project completion by overseeing job-site leadership, ensuring quality standards, and enhancing team collaboration for construction projects across various sectors...

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex commercial construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety, schedule, and budget. Lead field teams, manage subcontractors, and foster a positive jobsite culture while del...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform operations by overseeing compliance, vendor relations, and program functions to ensure efficient school operations. Collaborate with leadership while managing multiple priorities in a fast-p...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at large-scale construction projects by ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency on-site. Collaborate with teams to execute project goals, develop strategic plans, and mentor field...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $200K *

Lead the charge in ensuring project success through effective onsite management of subcontractors, developing schedules, and maintaining strong client relationships for seamless project execution...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$150K - $192K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing educational leadership by overseeing daily operations, coordinating high-level administrative tasks, and supporting strategic initiatives for the County Super...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Build a safe and productive job site by managing construction operations, ensuring quality, mentoring personnel, and collaborating with project teams on innovative data center projects across the Sout...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform complex construction projects by leading teams towards safety and quality, ensuring seamless execution, fostering collaboration, and developing project plans that meet ambitious goals while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the management of energy and physical plant operations through strategic leadership, overseeing comprehensive departmental functions and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and effic...

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $250K *

Drive the successful execution of station finishes for major transportation projects, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to schedules. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage architectural insta...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing District-wide nutrition services programs, ensuring compliance, optimizing operations, supervising staff, and enhancing service quality to support student health and nutrit...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing school performance and wellness, overseeing principal development and accountability systems to ensure strategic alignment and continuous improvement across all schools in...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and manage commercial HVAC construction projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and budget compliance while leading field operations and coordinating with project managers for seamless executio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.