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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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$100K - $120K *

Empower educational excellence as a senior leader, driving student outcomes through strategic vision, Principal management, and collaborative program design. Lead a cohort of Principals to foster stro...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee vehicle maintenance operations, ensuring efficient repair and management of heavy vehicles. Collaborate with staff to enhance service quality and compliance with safety...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Support academic operations by leading projects, managing resources, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and improve faculty success through effective oversight...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $165K *

Lead the charge in strategic facilities management across a national portfolio, ensuring operational excellence and safety. Oversee a team of Regional Facilities Managers while driving maintenance sta...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$150K - $165K *

Champion facilities excellence by leading national operations, setting strategic vision, and optimizing asset performance across a diverse portfolio while managing a team of regional leaders and ensur...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workplace safety and health. As an HSE Superintendent, you'll implement management systems, provide guidance, and foster a culture of safety across constructi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform the safety landscape by leading HSE initiatives in construction. Drive compliance, foster a safety culture, and guide teams to ensure health and well-being on-site. Your expertise will shape...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading the School of Social Ecology's operations, driving strategic priorities, and managing resources. Collaborate with the Dean to enhance academic missions while ensuring effec...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading industrial construction projects from inception to completion. Drive site development, manage budgets, and ensure safety while fostering strong team relationships in a...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive the management and leadership of utility service teams, overseeing project delivery, capital programs, and operational support for utility systems. Ensure compliance, efficiency, and safety whil...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive successful project execution by providing leadership and innovative solutions for heavy civil projects, including tunneling, highways, and infrastructure, ensuring effective site operations and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the project controls framework for major capital projects, ensuring cost engineering, scheduling, and risk analysis align with corporate standards for safe, on-time, and within-budget delivery ac...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by overseeing comprehensive project controls, ensuring cost efficiency, schedule integrity, and risk management across all phases of major capital projects. Collaborate with...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Drive the successful implementation of a Title III grant project, overseeing operations, managing resources, and collaborating across departments to enhance student retention and institutional effecti...

Yesterday

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

$115K - $125K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic leadership for multi-account foodservice operations, ensuring excellence in service delivery, financial performance, and client satisfaction across diverse c...

Today

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

$95K - $105K *

Elevate culinary excellence by leading diverse kitchen operations, innovating menus, and ensuring safety standards while mentoring a passionate team to create memorable dining experiences for students...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K *

Grow your career with strategic leadership in enrollment management, enhancing student recruitment and engagement across diverse populations. Drive data-informed initiatives to optimize enrollment pro...

1 week ago

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

$54K - $117K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing university goals through major gift fundraising. This role involves cultivating donor relationships, managing fundraising strategies, and contributing to impa...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead and elevate field commissioning activities, ensuring operational readiness and compliance on large-scale projects. Supervise teams, coordinate schedules, and troubleshoot systems to deliver high...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $96K *

Champion the development and management of facilities operations, overseeing skilled teams and optimizing maintenance strategies while ensuring compliance and fostering innovation to enhance service d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by overseeing project supervision and ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards. Lead teams while coordinating with multiple stakeholders to resolve issues and...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Oversee field operations for modernization projects, ensuring quality and safety while managing resources and team dynamics. Drive efficiency and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment, lea...

Reposted today

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

$184K - $278K *

Help us oversee comprehensive maintenance programs for heavy industrial power systems, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure operational safety and efficiency while managing emergency responses, b...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead DSA-permitted Pre K-12 projects, overseeing multi-disciplinary efforts, managing finances, schedules, and enhancing collaboration among clients, contractors, and consultant...

Reposted yesterday

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

$115K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as an instructional leader, overseeing student support, behavior, and academic success while fostering collaboration among staff and students to enhance the school community...

5 days ago

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

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.