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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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$71K - $126K *

Shape the future of operations by leading diverse teams, optimizing clinical performance, and ensuring compliance with quality metrics. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance service deliver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of education by leading district initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving academic excellence. This role requires strategic vision and strong leadership to enhance student ou...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Inspire educational excellence by leading district initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving strategic growth. This role requires visionary leadership to enhance student achievement and commun...

6 days ago

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

$83K - $128K *

Inspire academic excellence by leading curriculum and instruction initiatives, supporting teachers, and driving student achievement through data analysis and professional development. Collaborate with...

Today

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

$78K - $85K *

Champion a safe and secure environment for students and staff by overseeing security operations, developing safety policies, and coordinating emergency response efforts across the district. Collaborat...

2 days ago

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

$115K - $175K *

Transform educational leadership by supporting the principal in enhancing school programs, supervising staff, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to foster student achievement and a positiv...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate district leadership by overseeing human resources, labor relations, and compliance. Partner with us to drive operational excellence and support student success while managing complex personnel...

2 weeks ago

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

$275K - $325K *

Serve as a strategic leader overseeing financial integrity and operational efficiency, managing a $30M budget, and guiding a diverse team to enhance the school's sustainability and overall mission suc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing senior care operations by collaborating with leadership to implement strategic goals, oversee staff development, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$97K - $138K *

Optimize your career by managing commissioning activities to ensure performance consistency in facilities and systems while leading a team towards strategic and tactical goals. Drive quality and timel...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$71K - $112K *

Lead facility maintenance operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Manage personnel, vendor performance, and maintenance programs to support operational excellence and drive continuous...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$71K - $112K *

Unlock operational excellence by managing facility maintenance teams, driving preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring compliance and safety across multiple locations while optimizing costs...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$71K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing facility maintenance operations, leading a skilled workforce, and ensuring compliance and safety across multiple locations while driving continuous improveme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$71K - $112K *

Champion facility maintenance excellence by leading teams, managing vendor performance, and ensuring compliance. Drive operational efficiency through effective planning, cost management, and workforce...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$71K - $112K *

Manage facility maintenance operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Lead a team of technicians, oversee vendor performance, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance practices t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the nuclear maintenance team by managing mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation operations. Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with safety and performance standards while sup...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Manage onsite civil construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion. Lead multi-discipline crews, coordinate with subcontractors, and uphold project specifications while fosteri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing construction teams and workflows, ensuring timely and profitable completion of assigned projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold safety, quality, and efficie...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $141K *

Lead strategic enrollment initiatives and oversee admissions and records operations, ensuring compliance and enhancing student success. Collaborate across departments to optimize processes and foster...

2 weeks ago

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

$325K - $425K *

Transform academic operations by leading campus initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to enhance student success and institutional effectiveness...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape organizational success by driving innovative strategies and initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and boost team performance across departments...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing electrical construction projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing subcontractors and daily operations effecti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale electrical projects while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to drive operations, oversee installations, and enhance training, con...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex electrical installation projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while delivering quality results. Manage crews, coordinate subcontractors, and drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Lead electrical projects by supervising teams and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and efficiency standards. Foster communication with stakeholders while overseeing the execution of complex i...

3 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.