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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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$100K - $135K *

Champion project execution and safety as you oversee construction activities, ensuring quality and compliance from preconstruction through close-out. Collaborate with subcontractors and maintain docum...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Transform project execution by overseeing safety, quality, and schedules throughout all construction phases. Ensure compliance with plans and specifications while leading subcontractors and maintainin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Join our team as a Superintendent, overseeing project execution, safety, and quality from preconstruction to close-out. Lead inspections, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance with safety stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Drive project success by overseeing execution, safety, and quality during all construction phases. Collaborate with teams, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with regulations while maintaining ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Transform project execution by ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency throughout all construction phases. Lead teams, manage schedules, and maintain documentation to deliver successful outcomes for...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Help us shape the future of construction by overseeing project execution, ensuring safety and quality from preconstruction through close-out, while managing subcontractors and maintaining compliance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in project execution, ensuring safety and quality throughout all phases of construction. Oversee subcontractors, conduct inspections, and maintain documentation to drive successful pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform the homebuilding process by leading construction from groundbreaking to final close. Ensure quality assurance, safety compliance, and foster strong relationships with trade partners and cust...

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive the homebuilding process from groundbreaking to close, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams and trade partners to meet schedules, uphold safety standards, and deliv...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead and empower the school system by overseeing diverse operational departments, ensuring compliance, fiscal management, and strategic planning to enhance educational services for the community...

4 weeks ago

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

$79K - $106K *

Deliver comprehensive leadership for project operations, ensuring safety, logistics, and on-time delivery while coordinating multiple trades. Drive project success through effective scheduling, compli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive project success by overseeing construction site operations, ensuring safety, quality control, and effective communication among teams. Lead subcontractors and maintain schedules to achieve timel...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

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

$80K - $115K *

Lead the execution of construction projects by coordinating logistics, managing subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with specifications, timelines, and safety regulations while delivering on quali...

3 weeks ago

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

$162K - $200K *

Grow your expertise as a senior leader managing residential high-rise projects, overseeing costs, schedules, and quality assurance. Mentor teams, coordinate subcontractor activities, and drive project...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project execution, manage schedules, and enhance client relationships while leading and mentoring construction teams to ensure safety, quality, and compliance throughout...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and safety. In this role, you'll oversee project management, ensuring efficiency and compliance while leading a dedicated workforce across variou...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer in project management, overseeing operations, safety, and quality while ensuring compliance and fostering strong team and client relationships across diverse locations and long-term projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $145K *

Inspire a thriving Junior School culture while leading faculty, enhancing student well-being, and promoting effective teaching practices. Collaborate with the Principal to guide operations and foster...

Tsawwassen, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse construction projects from initiation through successful delivery, fostering collaborative relationships, and ensuring adherence to safety standards for optimal...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee project execution from inception to completion, championing safety while ensuring effective communication among teams and stakeholders for successful outcomes in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive collaboration and accountability as you lead project teams and manage all phases of construction projects to ensure successful delivery and alignment across all stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $225K *

Join us to lead and enhance educational programs, guiding a dedicated team while collaborating with the Board of Education to shape the future of our district's schools and ensure student success...

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

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with us by leading logistics operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in inbound and outbound supply chains, and optimizing processes while managing a dedicated team within a dy...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of industrial construction by leading onsite teams, managing safety, logistics, and compliance while ensuring seamless execution of boiler maintenance and repair projects from plannin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $127K *

Join a team that's committed to driving educational excellence and fostering student achievement while collaborating with staff and community to enhance school performance and ensure a positive learni...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.