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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 *

Lead municipal construction operations, overseeing projects from planning to execution, ensuring safety, quality, and timeliness in public infrastructure and civil sitework...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Shape a safety-first culture as a Senior VP, leading strategic initiatives to enhance health, safety, and compliance across the organization while mentoring a high-performing team and engaging with st...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$104K - $127K *

Support operational excellence across schools by enhancing leadership and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with teams to improve performance outcomes and develop high-performing Directors of...

1 week ago

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

$73K - $102K *

Champion the future of wastewater services by overseeing maintenance and repair operations, optimizing schedules, and leading a skilled team to ensure efficient utility management and compliance with...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us create a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners by leading instructional practices and supporting school operations. Collaborate with staff and families to promote academic and...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape financial strategies by overseeing operations, reporting, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profitability and efficiency while ensuring fiscal accountability and adherence t...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by overseeing installations, managing teams, and ensuring safety and productivity on medium to large projects. Build strong client relationships while fostering a culture of qual...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $89K *

Execute the Food Safety & Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with SQF standards. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, oversee sanitation programs, and drive a culture of food safety wh...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $90K *

Transform culinary operations across a 9-hospital network, ensuring excellence in food quality, compliance, and patient satisfaction while providing leadership support and developing culinary teams in...

3 weeks ago

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

$137K - $212K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering large-scale construction projects on time and within budget. Lead on-site activities, mentor others, and ensure quality and safety standards while managing c...

1 week ago

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

$77K - $100K *

Inspire excellence in food service operations by leading a dynamic team, managing financial performance, and fostering strong client relationships to ensure exceptional guest experiences and operation...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$77K - $100K *

Oversee daily food service operations, ensuring quality and efficiency while developing your team and managing financial performance to foster strong client relationships and sustained success...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$77K - $100K *

Drive excellence in food service operations by managing daily activities, fostering team development, and ensuring client satisfaction. Lead a dedicated team while overseeing financial performance and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Innovate by managing and executing complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely completion while collaborating with diverse industry professionals to support strategic objective...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead daily plant operations, driving safety, quality, and productivity while developing teams and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Play a key role in continuous improvement and operation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $220K *

Transform operations by leading modernization efforts, enhancing performance, and driving growth in a complex manufacturing environment. Inspire teams, optimize processes, and ensure accountability to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower a dynamic team as you oversee regional operations, ensuring project success through strategic planning, team development, and quality assurance in highway infrastructure maintenance. Drive pro...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion student success by leading student affairs operations, crisis response, and community standards. Collaborate with academics to enhance student learning and development while managing departme...

5 days ago

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

$118K - $171K *

Lead the charge in city administration by overseeing operations, managing departments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive community growth through strategic planning and effective resourc...

2 days ago

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

$71K - $92K *

Discover your potential as a lead in Information Systems, coordinating teams and providing technical support to enhance educational processes. Collaborate on projects, troubleshoot systems, and mentor...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead field operations for diverse construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence while managing schedules and subcontractor coordination effectively...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in heavy highway construction, overseeing projects and managing skilled craftsmen. Foster safety, productivity, and quality while navigating challenges across multiple simultaneous ini...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$116K - $186K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing local government operations. This role involves strategic leadership, operational management, and community engagement to drive effective public service and f...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive innovative data center projects from conception to completion. Oversee multi-disciplinary teams while ensuring client satisfaction and project delivery, reinforcing our reputation in the...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Shape the future of campus safety by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a secure environment. Collaborate with law enforcement and the campus community to enhance emerge...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.