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Superintendent - Telecomm

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Superintendent ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's requirements, including but not limited to: safety, quality ...

Superintendent

Tampa, FL · On-site

$65K/yr

We are seeking a dynamic Construction Superintendent. This presents a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career with a company dedicated to building meaningful projects and cherishing its team.

Serves as an area superintendent on a large project or as the lead superintendent on a small to medium project. Responsibilities: * Develops the overall construction plans for the project in ...

Project Superintendent (Indiana) Core Responsibilities The successful candidate will work on the project assignment within the established boundaries for project pursuits the office in Indianapolis ...

Superintendent

Smiths Grove, KY · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

The Superintendent sets and manages client expectations, manages all subcontractors and vendors according to the project schedule, and oversees material delivery. The Superintendent develops and ...

General Superintendent

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The General Superintendent ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's requirements, including but not limited to: safety ...

The General Superintendent ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's requirements, including but not limited to: safety ...

An All 5's Superintendent is responsible for the effective management of all field operations on the project, and in conjunction with the Project Manager, assumes overall responsibility and ...

Serves as an area superintendent on a large project or as the lead superintendent on a small to medium project. Responsibilities: * Develops the overall construction plans for the project in ...

Superintendent

Smiths Grove, KY · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

The Superintendent sets and manages client expectations, manages all subcontractors and vendors according to the project schedule, and oversees material delivery. The Superintendent develops and ...

Superintendent - Direct Hire Opportunity | Traverse City, MI | $85,000-$125,000 Reliance One is seeking an experienced Superintendent for a direct hire opportunity in Traverse City, Michigan. This ...

General Superintendent

Monroe, LA · On-site

$44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The General Superintendent ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's requirements, including but not limited to: safety ...

General Superintendent

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The General Superintendent ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's requirements, including but not limited to: safety ...

An All 5's Superintendent is responsible for the effective management of all field operations on the project, and in conjunction with the Project Manager, assumes overall responsibility and ...

Superintendent

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Superintendent Sacramento, CA 94203 * Employment Type: Full-Time * Reports To: Project Executive / Operations Leadership Salary: * Level III: $110,000 - $120,000 ROLE OVERVIEW: We are seeking ...

The Superintendent is responsible for ensuring safety, schedule delivery, quality of work performed and adherence to budget of the project. The Superintendent has supervisory responsibility for ...

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How much do superintendent jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for superintendent in the United States is $95,168.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a superintendent?

Superintendents are the top-level managers of school districts. In this career, your responsibilities include conferring with principals and other school administrators to determine the needs of each school and their students. You are ultimately responsible for school performance, the hiring of administrators, and securing more funding for your school district. Your duties as a superintendent also include working closely with numerous public organizations and government departments, including the local board of education, the Department of Education, city council, and state legislators, to improve or institute new curriculum, funding streams, and rectifications of issues of health and safety.

What is the difference between Superintendent vs Project Manager?

AspectSuperintendentProject Manager
CredentialsRelevant construction certifications, OSHA trainingProject management certifications, PMP often preferred
Work EnvironmentOn-site, overseeing daily construction activitiesOffice and on-site, coordinating project phases
Industry UsageConstruction companies, general contractorsConstruction firms, project-based organizations
Primary FocusSupervising on-site work, safety, quality controlPlanning, budgeting, client communication

The main difference between a Superintendent and a Project Manager lies in their focus areas. Superintendents are primarily on-site, managing daily construction activities, safety, and quality. Project Managers handle project planning, budgeting, and client relations, often working both in the office and on-site. Both roles are essential in construction projects but serve distinct functions to ensure successful project completion.

What does a superintendent do?

A superintendent is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a school district, construction site, or other large organization, depending on the industry. In education, superintendents manage budgets, set district policies, work with school boards, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. In construction, a superintendent supervises onsite activities, coordinates subcontractors, ensures safety standards, and keeps projects on schedule and within budget. Their leadership is crucial for achieving organizational goals and maintaining smooth operations.

What are the most common challenges superintendents face when managing multiple construction projects simultaneously?

Superintendents often juggle several construction projects at once, which requires exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing demands. Coordinating schedules, managing subcontractors, ensuring safety compliance, and addressing unexpected delays or changes are frequent challenges. Successful Superintendents rely on clear communication, proactive problem-solving, and strong leadership to keep projects on track and maintain high-quality standards. Regular collaboration with project managers, engineers, and field crews is also essential to navigate these complexities effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a superintendent, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Superintendent, you need strong leadership, project management skills, and a background in construction or education administration, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications. Familiarity with industry-specific software (like Procore or educational data systems), building codes, and safety regulations is typically necessary. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities set exceptional Superintendents apart. These skills ensure efficient project delivery, team coordination, regulatory compliance, and a safe, productive environment.

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Infographic showing various Superintendent job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,168 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Superintendent - Telecomm

IES Communications

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

$35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


IES Communications rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 70 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 80 rated construction


Job description

Job Summary:
The Superintendent is the overall manager on a medium to large sized project. The Superintendent ensures that all contracted work is developed, implemented, installed and managed in accordance with the Company's requirements, including but not limited to: safety, quality, management and financial performance requirements. All aspects of the assigned project must be carried out as efficiently as possible with respect to staffing, materials management, financial management customer care and customer delivery goals.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1.The Superintendent will recruit, hire, train, manage, supervise, promote, discipline anddischarge, if necessary, all project related staff. Effectively manage all human resourceissues per Company policies and procedures. Complete recommendations for projectrelated employees' performance ratings, promotions and pay changes. Provide guidanceand mentoring to meet all customer and Company goals and objectives.
2.The Superintendent acts as the senior Company liaison for operational interface withcustomer representative(s).
3.The Superintendent will plan for, manage, monitor and maintain project profitability toachieve Company goals.
4.The Superintendent will ensure that deadlines are met per customer requirements.
5.The Superintendent will manage overall workload distribution, staffing levels and monitorthe customer delivery and job installation progress.
6.The Superintendent manages successful job completion; ensure productivity, jobcompletion and compliance to project budget.
7.The Superintendent will review all job cost postings for accuracy and completeness,including but not limited to, the preparation of invoices, customer collections and periodicfinancial reporting to the customer and management.
8.The Superintendent will fully complete all IES and project paperwork accurately and ontime (specifically timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfersand others as required); ensure all Job Closing Packages meet customer and Companystandards.
9.The Superintendent will perform quality checks; manage the prevention of outages;conduct day to day job walks to ensure quality; prepare red-lined as-built drawings.
10.The Superintendent serves as main on-site customer contact for questions and/orconcerns; attend facility and constructions meetings when required.
11.The Superintendent will perform work consistently demonstrating a detailed level oftechnical knowledge; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
12.The Superintendent will review and monitor operational processes for accuracy,completeness, and efficiency, including but not limited to estimating, purchasing,invoicing, warehousing, scheduling and reporting.
13.The Superintendent will develop, redesign and implement process improvements asrequired to bring processes up to effective levels.
14.The Superintendent will be in concert with the Training Department, monitor all qualityand safety issues related to the operations department. Actively promote safety as ourfirst priority.
15.The Superintendent will lead any assigned operations meetings and training sessions.
16.The Superintendent will also manage tools and truck inventory/maintenance.
17.The Superintendent will complete any other responsibilities as assigned.
Min
USD $35.00/Hr.
Max
USD $44.00/Hr.
Qualifications
Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Regular attendance is mandatory
• The Superintendent must be self-motivated, positive in approach, and convey anappropriate professional image.
• The Superintendent must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees,vendors, clients and business partners.
• The Superintendent must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills andthe ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
• The Superintendent must also have excellent organizational skills and the ability todevelop branch and job processes and best practices.
• The Superintendent must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and otherproject documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and qualityrequirements.
• The Superintendent must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regionalterritory as needed.
• The Superintendent must possess the ability to learn and teach the Company andcustomer project management systems.
• The Superintendent must be able to work at heights, off of a ladder and in confinedspaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• The Superintendent must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small printand hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
Tools:
  • Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Muck boots/water boots.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:
  • Prefer a minimum of three (3) years' experience of supervisory or managerial experience.
    • The Superintendent must have a minimum of three (3) years' experience as a LeadCommunications Technician or similar position.
    • The Superintendent must also have a minimum of five (5) years' experience intelecommunications or a related technical or construction field.
    • Must be proficient with a computer and be skilled with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel andMS Project).
    • Must meet Company minimum driving standards.
    • The Superintendent Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create aproject scope of work, create an estimate, develop detailed associated tasks and managethese to final completion and customer turnover.
    • Must be able to use the following trade Tools: punch tool with 110 block and 66 blockblade, 6/8 position combo crimp tool, Krone/3M/BIX, butt set, volt-ohmmeter, 4-paircontinuity tester and 5-gang punch tool.

License Required
No
Minimum Education
High School
Overview
IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for the commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. IES is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES's 2025 fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, IES produced over $3.3 billion in revenue and employed over 9,400 employees at over 174 domestic locations across the United States. IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Females, Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans Encouraged to Apply.
From office buildings to wind farms, industrial complexes to housing developments, our employees and design professionals design, build, and maintain the systems that empower lives.
Our commitment to our employees is reflected by our actions:
  • Safety is Priority One - and our record shows it
  • Competitive Pay
  • Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
  • Company Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
  • Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Optional Long-term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
  • Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO Statement
PLEASE NO AGENCY CALLS.
NOTE TO ALL AGENCIES: Any unsolicited agency resumes or agency represented candidates that are presented to any IES employee without first having a signed contract between that agency and the IES Talent Acquisition organization will become the property of IES and no fees will be paid.
EEO & Affirmative Action
The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.
View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal
Disability Accommodation
IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.
IES Participates in E-Verify/IES participa en el programa E-Verify
E-Verify Information/ Información sobre E-Verify
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Right to Work/Ley de Derecho al Trabajo
English/Español
Workplace Type
Onsite

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