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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 *

Take ownership of project success by driving excellence in construction management, ensuring safety, quality, and budget control across diverse projects. Collaborate with teams to foster a culture of...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Elevate dining experiences by leading operations, managing client relations, and ensuring top-quality food service. Oversee budgeting and culinary programs while fostering a collaborative team environ...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Lead the charge in enhancing dining services by driving operational excellence, ensuring top-tier resident satisfaction, and fostering a positive team environment while achieving financial goals and i...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $94K *

Elevate the dining experience by leading culinary operations, ensuring high-quality service, and driving financial success while fostering a positive work environment and resident satisfaction through...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing district operations, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction while mentoring teams and overseeing financial processes. Drive improvements and support initiatives acro...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safety and excellence in environmental services. Lead and mentor a dynamic team while managing customer relations, financial processes, and operational improvements acr...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective training and financial management in a dynamic environment...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing customer satisfaction while managing financial processes and training initiatives across multiple branch...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Inspire strategic regional public safety programs through governance, budget oversight, and team leadership, ensuring alignment with local priorities and operational excellence across the National Cap...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead commercial construction projects by overseeing field operations, ensuring effective communication among all stakeholders to achieve successful project delivery and quality standards...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic initiatives as a trusted partner to the CEO, translating vision into actionable priorities. Oversee cross-functional execution, enhance organizational performance, and foster effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Elevate your career by leading a vibrant student housing community. As a General Manager, you'll oversee operations, drive financial performance, and develop a high-performing team while ensuring exce...

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

$90K - $95K *

Lead the charge in retirement benefits administration, ensuring compliance and accuracy while partnering with stakeholders to enhance the employee experience and improve processes within the organizat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to oversee MEP aspects of commercial construction projects. Collaborate closely with teams and clients to ensure quality, safety, and timely project delivery while leading large c...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee MEP systems installation on commercial projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and safety. Collaborate with teams to meet budget and schedule, fostering strong relationships for successful pro...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive success in MEP project oversight, enhancing quality and efficiency in commercial construction while leading a dedicated team to meet stringent schedules and local regulations. Ensure optimal coo...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the student financial experience by leading and coordinating financial aid and student accounts operations. Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance while fostering a culture of co...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing industrial construction projects, ensuring quality and efficiency. Utilize your expertise to manage teams, coordinate schedules, and drive project success while traveling...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Grow your career with a vital role leading MEP projects, coordinating activities, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, while mentoring a talented team and collaborating with stak...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Champion the success of construction projects by overseeing schedules, enforcing safety, and directing teams. Build trust with owners and architects while maintaining quality standards across multiple...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive the strategic planning and management of curriculum and instruction programs, ensuring alignment with district goals to enhance student achievement and instructional effectiveness across the dis...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing field operations, ensuring project quality, and maintaining schedules and budgets. Your leadership will drive successful project completion while adhering to s...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive field operations for mechanical construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead crews, coordinate with trades, and manage schedules from mobilization to completion, fosteri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading mechanical field execution on a data center project. Oversee operations, prioritize safety and quality, and collaborate with trades for seamless installation and handove...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform field operations by leading structural concrete projects, ensuring safety and quality standards while managing self-perform crews and project logistics in large commercial and civil construc...

4 weeks ago

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

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.