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.
$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
$90K - $110K *
Lead the educational vision and strategic direction of a dynamic school district, fostering academic excellence and community engagement while overseeing a diverse team of educators and support staff...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Manage and oversee specialty trade projects, ensuring timely completion, safety, and quality. Lead on-site teams, coordinate resources, and maintain project schedules while fostering effective communi...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Superintendent - MWH
$100K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading civil construction projects, ensuring quality and safety while managing teams and subcontractors. Collaborate with engineering and project management to deliver on budget a...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Superintendent - MWH
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing civil, architectural, and structural work on a major water treatment project, ensuring compliance with budget, schedule, and quality standards while coordinating teams an...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Superintendent - MWH
$100K - $130K *
Empower project success by overseeing civil, architectural, and structural work on a major water treatment project. Ensure compliance with schedules, budgets, and safety standards while coordinating t...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $200K *
Lead the charge in overseeing heavy civil construction projects, coordinating schedules and resources, ensuring compliance with safety standards while mentoring teams and driving project success withi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join us to oversee diverse construction projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing on-site activities. Collaborate with teams to meet quality standards and drive operational success in a...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive on-site leadership for K-12 construction projects, ensuring efficient operations, safety compliance, and quality. Work closely with subcontractors and school officials to meet project timelines...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive educational excellence by leading strategic initiatives across a diverse K-12 district. Collaborate with stakeholders to foster student achievement and community engagement within an accredited...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead a team in overseeing project execution, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate with various stakeholders to manage resources, equipment, and schedules while maintaining compliance with indus...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in overseeing on-site construction efforts, ensuring safety, quality, and budget compliance. Collaborate with teams and manage subcontractors on high-value commercial projects to drive...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Drive effective field operations across multiple projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to maximize efficiency and resolve issues in...
2 weeks ago
Superintendent of Pleasant Hill R-III School District
$150K - $170K *
Join a team that's dedicated to shaping educational excellence as you lead community relations, goal setting, and curriculum development. Drive progress in a supportive environment while overseeing a...
2 weeks ago
Superintendent of Pleasant Hill R-III School District
$150K - $170K *
Drive educational excellence as a Superintendent, leading community relations, goal setting, and curriculum development while overseeing personnel and facility planning in a dynamic school district en...
2 weeks ago
MEP - Assistant Superintendent
$80K - $95K *
Oversee MEP systems installation, ensuring compliance and quality standards while leading trade partners. Collaborate with teams through all phases, fostering strong relationships for seamless project...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Manage all aspects of home construction projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery while providing exceptional customer service. Oversee subcontractors, inspections, and compliance with building c...
Today
$75K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality home construction projects. Oversee multiple job sites, manage subcontractors, and ensure customer satisfaction while adhering to safety and bui...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Lead educational initiatives by collaborating with stakeholders to enhance student success and efficiently manage district resources, fostering a stable and supportive environment for ongoing growth a...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate project success by leading multiple mechanical construction sites, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with schedules, safety, and quality standards while optimizing pr...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $185K *
Oversee field operations for construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules, safety standards, and quality control. Collaborate with teams to optimize resources and maintain strong relationshi...
Today
$85K - $185K *
Empower your career by coordinating field operations and ensuring project success through effective supervision, safety compliance, and relationship building with subcontractors and suppliers. Drive e...
Today
$100K - $135K *
Support daily field operations and enhance team collaboration to achieve project goals. Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards while facilitating communication among teams and managing proje...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by overseeing multiple construction projects, coordinating trades and ensuring safety compliance while fostering team collaboration and quality control to drive successful project...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$75K - $150K *
Join our team to supervise and coordinate field operations, ensuring projects meet quality and safety standards while optimizing resources and timelines. Cultivate relationships with subcontractors an...
Reposted 1 week 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.