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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 *

Accelerate progress at our civil construction projects by leading site management, ensuring safety, quality, and environmental compliance while coordinating crew activities and maintaining client rela...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Launch Bold Futures: Lead the Way as Dean of Upper School, guiding students in grades 9-12 through a transformative educational experience while fostering a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and per...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead mechanical service projects from planning to closeout, ensuring timely, safe, and efficient execution. Collaborate with teams, manage budgets, and maintain customer relationships while upholding...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by leading complex construction projects, ensuring top-tier management, client satisfaction, and profitability while fostering team development in a dynamic environment focused on...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee culinary operations, ensuring excellence in food service management, menu development, and sustainability practices while driving quality and cost control in a thriv...

4 days ago

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

$66K - $96K *

Lead and optimize yard and transportation operations, ensuring DOT compliance and efficient routing. Supervise a diverse team, analyze performance metrics, and enhance customer service while maintaini...

6 days ago

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

$100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence and team leadership. Oversee daily performance and strategic growth at a fast-paced distribution facility, ensuring safety, efficiency, and conti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$101K - $124K *

Pioneer enterprise-level project management initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Lead ERP projects, optimize workflows, and foster collaboration across teams to enhance execution qual...

5 days ago

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

$79K - $91K *

Drive the efficient operation of wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Supervise staff, manage daily operations, and implement process improvements to en...

4 days ago

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

$153K - $159K *

Shape the future of education by leading diverse student populations, fostering inclusive environments, and driving academic success through innovative teaching and support strategies. Bring your expe...

6 days ago

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

$214K - $260K *

Inspire organizational excellence by leading strategic workforce initiatives, overseeing human resources, and enhancing employee engagement. Collaborate with executive leadership to align people strat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $104K *

Optimize HVAC operations by leveraging extensive technical expertise to maintain, repair, and enhance systems across diverse educational facilities, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for stu...

1 week ago

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

$122K - $144K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by leading recruitment strategies, building diverse talent pipelines, and optimizing selection processes to ensure our organization is fully staffed with excepti...

2 weeks ago

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

$122K - $144K *

Lead the recruitment strategy to attract diverse talent across all roles, ensuring a fully staffed network. Collaborate with leaders to enhance selection processes and build strong talent pipelines, d...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in maintenance operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across a diverse portfolio. Manage teams and contractors, oversee preventative programs, and foster client relationships w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$227K - $264K *

Shape operational excellence as a senior leader focused on infrastructure, public service, and organizational alignment, driving performance and strategic execution across diverse Capital Projects and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $114K *

Transform project management by leading initiatives, optimizing budgets, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve strategic goals while ensuring compliance and effective communication withi...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence in MEP project execution for mission-critical data centers, overseeing all phases from preconstruction to closeout. Ensure safety, quality, and efficiency while managing complex syste...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career as a MEP Superintendent, overseeing mission-critical data center projects. Manage all MEP activities from preconstruction to closeout, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in c...

Yesterday

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to foster a positive school culture, ensuring students thrive academically and socially. Collaborate with staff and families to implement restorative practices and celebrate studen...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Optimize educational and behavioral programming for students aged 6-21, overseeing a multidisciplinary team. Manage operations, staff training, and community outreach while ensuring compliance with re...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate operational excellence across multi-site healthcare environments by leading performance, compliance, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with C-suite and operational teams to drive efficien...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare operations by providing strategic leadership across multiple facilities, enhancing performance, compliance, and financial sustainability while fostering collaboration an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $160K *

Optimize our construction projects as a Superintendent, overseeing rail and commercial builds nationwide. Ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency while managing teams, subcontractors, and site opera...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead comprehensive construction projects ensuring timely completion, quality control, and adherence to safety standards while effectively managing teams and resources across multiple sites...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.