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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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$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence across multiple railroad properties while ensuring safety, compliance, and financial performance. Engage collaboratively with leadership teams to enhance employee developm...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Drive a high-performance culture by mentoring sales teams, optimizing resources, and enhancing customer service. Collaborate across branches to ensure safety and fiscal health while fostering professi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $120K *

Join a team that's vital to the success of a large-scale construction project, coordinating on-site operations, managing labor, and ensuring safety standards are met while fostering collaboration and...

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $112K *

Champion the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems across vessels, providing expert technical support and managing projects while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Colla...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the safe and reliable operation of the Transmission and Distribution Control Center, ensuring compliance with regional standards while optimizing system performance and coordinating with various...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $118K *

Lead the charge in enhancing fire and EMS services, ensuring compliance and training excellence. Collaborate with community programs, manage departmental operations, and support strategic initiatives...

1 week ago

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

$105K *

Join us to optimize industrial maintenance operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance while mentoring a skilled team. Collaborate with plant leaders to enhance safety and quality standards, drivin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Lead strategic direction and oversight for a $6.2 billion bond program, ensuring compliance, transparency, and efficiency in capital construction projects while fostering continuous improvement and op...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$93K - $117K *

Lead maintenance teams to ensure safe operations, providing hands-on support and implementing preventive measures to enhance equipment reliability and team performance in a dynamic manufacturing envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Advance the city's infrastructure by overseeing street maintenance, ensuring safety and quality in repair, construction, and emergency response operations, while leading a skilled team and collaborati...

4 weeks ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Shape operational excellence and drive growth as you lead a high-volume district, overseeing financial performance, client relationships, and team development while ensuring exceptional service standa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Empower operational excellence by managing multi-site services, driving revenue growth, and enhancing client relationships. Lead a dedicated team to ensure optimal service delivery while achieving fin...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead operational excellence across multiple sites, driving revenue growth and client satisfaction through effective management and strategic planning in a dynamic service environment...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $175K *

Transform operational excellence and drive growth in a high-volume environment. Lead diverse teams, manage client relationships, and optimize performance across multiple locations while ensuring excep...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$82K - $133K *

Elevate your career by managing transit operations, ensuring timely service, and responding to emergencies. Utilize your leadership skills to coordinate with multiple agencies and enhance public safet...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the strategic management of campus operations, facilities, and security, ensuring a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment that supports educational success and institutional effectiveness t...

1 week ago

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

$107K - $109K *

Transform property operations by leading teams to achieve exceptional living standards. Drive strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and foster a collaborative culture to ensure business success and r...

4 days ago

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

$107K - $109K *

Elevate community living by leading operations and strategic initiatives, ensuring exceptional service and financial success while fostering a collaborative culture and developing team talent for opti...

4 days ago

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

$107K - $109K *

Drive operational excellence by leading property management teams to enhance resident satisfaction and achieve financial goals while fostering a collaborative culture and ensuring adherence to company...

4 days ago

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

$107K - $109K *

Transform property operations by leading teams to achieve exceptional living standards. Drive strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and foster a collaborative culture to ensure business success and r...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate educational standards by leading curriculum development and assessment initiatives. Collaborate with district leaders to enhance student performance and ensure compliance with educational poli...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $144K *

Shape the future of education by leading marketing and communications efforts. Drive public awareness and enhance the District's brand while supporting strategic initiatives and fostering community en...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead structural construction operations for complex water and wastewater projects. Oversee field crews, manage resources, and ensure safety and quality standards are met while driving productivity and...

Today

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

$115K - $120K *

Innovate the culinary experience by leading food and beverage operations, ensuring exceptional service, financial performance, and a positive work environment while aligning with community goals and e...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee facilities operations, ensuring safety and compliance while driving service excellence. Lead strategic initiatives, manage resources, and foster relationships to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.