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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$75K - $98K *
Elevate project success by leading field operations, ensuring quality and safety standards are met while coordinating resources, monitoring schedules, and fostering a positive team environment for com...
4 weeks ago
$157K *
Champion a culture of positive change as you lead a correctional facility, ensuring operational excellence and strategic direction while fostering rehabilitation and accountability for adult incarcera...
2 weeks ago
Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction/Federal Programs
$85K - $100K *
Drive instructional excellence by leading district-wide curriculum, supervision, and federal program initiatives. Ensure alignment with educational standards while fostering innovation and community e...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion exceptional educational experiences while leading curriculum development, fostering inclusive classrooms, and mentoring staff. Drive student success and enhance community engagement through i...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing complex project teams for commercial HVAC and plumbing installations. Ensure safety, quality, and productivity while developing talent and coordinating with partners to del...
Yesterday
$120K - $170K *
Champion the coordination and supervision of trade workers, ensuring project schedules are met through effective resource management, safety compliance, and technical oversight in HVAC and plumbing sy...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of construction by leading project operations, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering a safe and collaborative work environment...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive the successful execution of construction projects by managing field operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, and coordinating with teams to meet deadlines and budget requi...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, safety compliance, and adherence to specifications. Collaborate with teams to manage resources, direct operations, and cultivate a qu...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $160K *
Empower project success by leading commercial construction operations, managing schedules, budgets, and teams effectively to deliver exceptional quality and meet client expectations. Drive efficiency...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Support construction project management by overseeing schedules, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safety compliance while delivering projects on time and within budget...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Engineer successful food processing projects by managing construction operations, ensuring adherence to specifications, safety standards, and project timelines to deliver exceptional results through e...
3 weeks ago
Child Nutrition Field Supervisor
$112K - $124K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing child nutrition services by planning, supervising, and improving food operations across school sites. Collaborate with staff to ensure quality, safety, and co...
1 week ago
$80K - $125K *
Champion project success by overseeing execution, safety, and quality across all phases of construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while maintaining high standards thr...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Deliver exceptional leadership in electrical construction, overseeing craft employees, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating project activities to meet schedules and quality standards. Drive pe...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead multiple complex construction projects, ensuring timely execution, safety, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams to coordinate resources, monitor budgets, and address risks effectively fo...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead and optimize field construction activities, ensuring projects are executed safely, on time, and within budget while coordinating trade partners and project teams across complex scopes of work...
2 weeks ago
High School Vice Principal (SY26 - 27)
$113K - $118K *
Support the school leadership team in driving academic success and fostering an inclusive school culture. Collaborate with educators to enhance teaching practices and improve student outcomes while pr...
Reposted 1 week ago
District Supervisor (Central Region)
$107K - $128K *
Transform your career by leading maintenance operations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance service delivery, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering a te...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Champion project success by overseeing scheduling, quality, and safety. Collaborate effectively with contractors, enforce compliance, and lead teams to deliver exceptional results while minimizing dis...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion field operations for large-scale commercial projects, ensuring safety, quality, and performance from start to finish. Lead teams, manage logistics, and resolve issues proactively while mentor...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion complex commercial projects, leading field operations and teams to ensure safety, quality, and performance from start to finish. Drive logistics, scheduling, and mentor future leaders while b...
6 days ago
$175K - $250K *
Drive the success of steel construction projects by overseeing on-site activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with teams to deliver high-quality results on time and wi...
2 weeks ago
$175K - $250K *
Elevate your career by overseeing steel construction projects, ensuring quality and safety compliance while coordinating with cross-functional teams for timely delivery and accurate execution of steel...
3 weeks ago
$164K - $246K *
Advance construction excellence by leading project site activities, managing teams, and ensuring efficient operations across multiple complex projects while fostering a collaborative and safety-focuse...
5 days ago
What industries hire superintendents?
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?
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?
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?
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.