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.
$111K - $132K *
Transform risk management by overseeing district safety programs and employee benefits, analyzing claims, and implementing effective policies to minimize risks while ensuring compliance with regulatio...
3 weeks ago
Director of Food and Nutrition Services
$88K - $105K *
Manage food and nutrition services, ensuring compliance with standards while preparing balanced meals. Oversee staff training and performance evaluations, fostering a supportive environment for patien...
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$100K - $120K *
Engage in delivering sustainable infrastructure projects by leading mechanical construction activities. Ensure safety, efficiency, and alignment with project objectives while fostering collaboration a...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate the machine shop's performance by leading teams, ensuring safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Foster a culture of quality and accountability while optimizing productivity a...
5 days ago
Superintendent- Owners Technical Representative
$110K - $130K *
Lead the execution of large-scale construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate challenges and drive project success from planning t...
2 weeks ago
Senior Superintendent - Site Based
$100K - $120K *
Champion field operations for construction projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and budget adherence. Lead teams, manage subcontractors, and foster client relationships throughout the project lifecy...
1 week ago
Senior Superintendent - Site Based
$100K - $120K *
Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing field operations for construction projects. Ensure safety, efficiency, and quality while managing teams, subcontractors, and client relationships th...
1 week ago
Field Superintendent - Mechanical
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by leading the construction of state-of-the-art data centers. Supervise critical projects, ensuring collaboration among stakeholders while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in overseeing comprehensive construction projects, managing personnel, subcontractors, and resources to ensure efficiency, safety, and profitability while adhering to schedules and bud...
3 weeks ago
Superintendent, Plant Process (Chemical)
$85K - $119K *
Lead the charge in optimizing plant processes, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing resources and team performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with safet...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $148K *
Manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success and uphold saf...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $135K *
Lead the charge in overseeing field operations across multiple projects, ensuring timely and profitable completion. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, maintain safety standards, and drive proje...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in overseeing MEP field operations, ensuring high-quality installations of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, while coordinating subcontractors to meet proj...
4 weeks ago
Director, Food and Nutrition Services
$80K - $95K *
Drive excellence in food service operations by planning, organizing, and directing district-wide programs. Ensure compliance with federal regulations while training and supervising staff to deliver nu...
1 week ago
Assistant Superintendent (SPG)
$100K - $120K *
Manage the progress and productivity of subcontractors at construction sites to ensure compliance with project standards and timelines while supporting financial oversight and operational leadership i...
4 weeks ago
Superintendent - Large Commercial Construction
$79K - $106K *
Champion project success by leading day-to-day construction operations, ensuring safety and compliance while managing trades, schedules, and logistics for large-scale commercial projects...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead and oversee field operations for glazing projects, ensuring quality, safety, and timely completion. Collaborate with teams to manage schedules, resolve issues, and maintain project specifications...
3 days ago
RESIDENT DISTRICT MANAGER - CHARTWELLS K-12 FOOD SERVICE
$110K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing food and beverage operations for a large school district, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while fostering a strong team culture and achieving financ...
2 weeks ago
Webber- Superintendent III- Waterworks
$88K - $105K *
Champion project success as a Superintendent by managing construction teams, cost controls, and project timelines. Drive innovations in a collaborative environment and lead initiatives that prioritize...
3 weeks ago
Vice Principal, Discovery Student Center, Murrieta
$85K - $100K *
Champion innovative educational practices to inspire and lead a dynamic team, fostering personalized learning and project-based initiatives that empower students to excel in a supportive environment...
3 days ago
Senior Administrator- Senior Project Manager, Strategic Projects
$80K - $95K *
Drive your career with impactful project management in facilities design and construction. Oversee capital improvement projects, ensuring compliance and minimizing disruption while managing budgets an...
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Senior Administrator- Senior Project Manager, Strategic Projects
$80K - $95K *
Champion the execution of facility capital improvement projects, ensuring compliance with educational policies while coordinating with stakeholders to minimize disruption and maintain project schedule...
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$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by coordinating on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, and managing subcontractors. Lead project execution while mentoring team members and maintaining quality control f...
3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Oversee heavy highway, road, and bridge construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards while managing crews and resources to achieve production goals and enhance q...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Support and lead heavy highway, road, and bridge construction projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards while managing resources and teams to achieve production goals and...
3 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.