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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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$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with us by overseeing project execution, managing field operations, and ensuring effective collaboration among trade partners to deliver high-quality construction projects on time and...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to drive project success through effective field coordination, risk management, and strategic scheduling. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless execution and adherence t...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project execution by collaborating with teams to manage schedules, resolve conflicts, and ensure safety, while driving efficiency and quality in construction operations a...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a hands-on leadership role overseeing field operations, ensuring safety and quality in medium-to-heavy industrial electrical projects while managing crews and logistics nationwid...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform project delivery by leading preconstruction planning, field operations, and safety initiatives. Collaborate with clients and trade partners to ensure efficient execution and successful proje...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project delivery by managing construction operations, ensuring safety, and fostering strong client relationships. Drive efficiency through strategic planning, coordinatio...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in project execution by overseeing construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with clients and trade partners for successful...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $120K *

Advance your career by providing strategic financial guidance and leadership in administrative services, managing budgets, facility operations, and risk management to support institutional goals and e...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead field operations on healthcare construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule compliance. Collaborate with project teams and manage multiple projects to deliver successful outcomes...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of construction by overseeing on-site activities, ensuring safety, quality, and timely project delivery while managing subcontractors and field operations effectively...

Today

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

$90K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing student achievement through strategic leadership and support. Oversee school operations, mentor principals, and collaborate across departments to drive educat...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $96K *

Oversee the daily operations of the Student Health Center, providing leadership and support to staff while ensuring quality medical back-office services for students. Utilize independent judgment to e...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in maintaining safe, efficient operations while managing preventive maintenance programs and developing employee performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive continuous im...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale civil construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets while fostering collaboration and safety on-site. Drive operational excellence an...

Yesterday

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

$85K - $150K *

Lead and oversee construction projects, ensuring adherence to schedules and budgets while fostering team development and collaboration with stakeholders. Drive operational excellence through effective...

Yesterday

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

$85K - $150K *

Lead the charge in overseeing large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget. Collaborate with teams to optimize operations and maintain safety standards while fos...

Yesterday

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

$85K - $150K *

Lead the charge in overseeing large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget. Collaborate with teams to optimize operations and maintain safety standards while fos...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining construction management by leading large-scale projects, mentoring field teams, and ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence across multiple locations for successfu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Coordinate on-site activities for large construction projects. Foster communication, monitor safety and quality standards, and ensure resources are aligned for timely, cost-effective completion. Liais...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by coordinating on-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, managing resources, and supporting project teams throughout all phases of...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Manage all on-site construction activities for large projects, ensuring coordination among trades and compliance with safety and quality standards while leading a team to achieve project goals within...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in construction project coordination, managing all on-site activities and supervising craft teams. Ensure projects meet safety, budget, and quality standards while maintaining effectiv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Provide leadership and oversight for large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance with schedules, budgets, and safety measures while managing field teams and fostering effective communicatio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of underground construction, overseeing installation, maintenance, and inspection projects. Utilize your leadership skills to manage crews, ensure safety, and drive...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $200K *

Take ownership of large construction project coordination, ensuring effective management of site activities, resource allocation, safety compliance, and communication among various teams. Drive projec...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.