Construction Superintendent United States

What does a Construction Superintendent do?

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What the job involves

  • Supervise daily construction activities and manage subcontractors on the job site.
  • Ensure all work meets safety standards and follows OSHA regulations.
  • Monitor project progress to keep construction on schedule and within budget.
  • Coordinate with project managers and other teams to resolve field issues.
  • Conduct quality control inspections to ensure work meets specifications.
  • Review and approve subcontractor work and manage project documentation.
  • Lead and mentor field staff to maintain a productive work environment.
  • Plan and organize logistics for materials, equipment, and deliveries.

Summed up from 30 recent Construction Superintendent job postings.

Skills employers ask for

  • Microsoft Office 2 in 10 postings
  • Project Management 2 in 10 postings
  • Quality Control 2 in 10 postings
  • Project Schedule 1 in 10 postings
  • Project Planning 1 in 10 postings

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Certifications and licenses

  • Driver's License 2 in 10 postings
  • Bachelor of Construction Management 2 in 10 postings
  • OSHA 30-Hour Certification 2 in 10 postings
  • CPR Certification 1 in 30 postings

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Experience asked for

  • 1 to 2 years 1 in 20 postings
  • 3 to 4 years 1 in 10 postings
  • 5 years or more 8 in 10 postings

Typical ask: 5 years.

Education asked for

  • High school diploma or GED 3 in 10 postings
  • Associate degree 1 in 30 postings
  • Bachelor's degree 6 in 10 postings
  • Doctorate 1 in 155 postings

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Is this role in demand?

3,977 open Construction Superintendent jobs across the US right now.

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Typical pay $120,000 a year (most between $104k and $145k). See the full salary breakdown

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