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.
$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
$161K *
Discover the impact of effective leadership in an elementary environment, guiding academic excellence and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. Collaborate with staff, students, and the community...
3 weeks ago
$161K *
Reimagine the educational experience! Join our leadership team to drive innovation, operational management, and a high-achieving environment that promotes equity and fosters student growth in a vibran...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion excellence in commercial construction as you oversee drywall operations across multiple sites. Lead teams, ensure safety, and maintain quality standards while traveling to diverse project loc...
1 week ago
Superintendent - Hygienic Process Piping
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that leads complex hygienic process piping projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Oversee site operations, manage teams, and collaborate with project managers for successful e...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Transform school culture and academic performance by leading instructional leadership, managing resources, and fostering community partnerships while supporting the Site Principal in achieving student...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$175K - $206K *
Empower the student experience by leading outreach, recruitment, and support services, ensuring compliance and equitable outcomes for a diverse student body while fostering strategic partnerships and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$125K - $155K *
Manage field operations for complex data center projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. Lead project planning, execution, and team development while fostering strong relationships with sta...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $155K *
Unlock potential by leading complex operations on mission-critical data center projects. Drive safety and quality while managing schedules, budgets, and subcontractors, ensuring seamless project execu...
3 weeks ago
Superintendent - Industrial Division
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to successful project delivery by overseeing field construction activities, managing personnel, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while meeting budget and schedule g...
1 week ago
$110K - $180K *
Lead the charge in overseeing the coordination and supervision of electrical work on a multi-billion dollar civil construction project, ensuring compliance, safety, and workforce productivity across v...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Superintendent - Service Plumbing
$114K - $135K *
Drive excellence in commercial plumbing services by mentoring technicians, overseeing operations, and ensuring high-quality project execution while fostering strong customer relationships and adherenc...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive successful project completion by leading construction efforts, managing budgets, and ensuring safety standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget w...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Deliver high-quality construction projects by leading teams and ensuring safety, compliance, and budget adherence from inception to completion. Drive strategic project management to achieve client sat...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in overseeing all construction activities while ensuring projects meet safety, budget, and schedule requirements. Collaborate with site teams to deliver high-quality multifamily and he...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive successful execution of multifamily and healthcare construction projects with hands-on leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while fostering strong subcontractor relationshi...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive large-scale construction projects from inception to completion, overseeing planning, resource management, and team coordination. Engage stakeholders and ensure quality standards while optimizing...
4 days ago
$116K - $192K *
Play a key role in managing large, complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate with project teams, owners, and design professionals to achieve project goals...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower construction excellence by leading and supervising mechanical site activities. Drive project success through strategic planning, safety leadership, and team development while ensuring complian...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Shape the future of high-tech construction by leading mechanical activities in semiconductor projects. Oversee field execution, subcontractor coordination, and ensure safety and quality standards are...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading mechanical construction activities in high-tech environments. Oversee subcontractor coordination, ensure safety compliance, and drive project success through effective fiel...
1 week ago
Superintendent - Twin Falls, Idaho
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in on-site project execution, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely delivery within budget. Collaborate with teams to achieve design goals for manufacturing and food facilities, whil...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate field operations by managing cross-functional teams to enhance performance, safety, and quality in large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless execution...
2 days ago
Superintendent - Construction Manager
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in project execution by overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety, and coordinating all construction activities to achieve project goals and maintain compliance with schedules and q...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $160K *
Lead field operations for commercial construction projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely delivery. Mentor team members, manage subcontractors, and foster client relations to drive pro...
Reposted 2 weeks 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.