Superintendent Jobs in California

A Construction Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a building project, including managing workers, setting schedules, and ensuring that safety regulations and guidelines are adhered to. Superintendents are involved in every phase of the project, from planning and preparation to completion, making decisions on construction methods, determining labor requirements, and coordinating with architects, engineers, and contractors.

Important skills for Construction Superintendents include strong leadership, organization, and communication skills, as well as an in-depth knowledge of construction methods and regulations. They should be OSHA-certified and may also need additional certifications depending on the specific project or region. Prior to becoming a Superintendent, individuals may serve in roles such as Construction Foreman, Project Manager, or Site Supervisor, which provide key experience in managing construction projects and teams.

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Use current construction management software to perform record-keeping tasks including, composing diaries, maintaining project logs and retrieving RFI's, submittal logs and agreements....

Superintendent, Commercial & Industrial Construction

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

Apply today to join our team and be part of exciting projects that shape the future of industrial and commercial construction....

McCaffrey Homes

Construction Superintendent

Degree in Construction Management or relevant education preferred (work experience may substitute). Strong written and oral communication skills....

Manage site logistics Conduct preconstruction meetings with new and existing subcontractors and superintendents prior to the start of each new phase of the work to discuss issues....

Superintendent

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 hours ago

SUPERINTENDENT IN SAN DIEGO Date Posted: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 ?...

Senior Superintendent - Multifamily - Traveling

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 hours ago

an immediate career opportunity for a traveling Multifamily Superintendent to join our team in San Diego!...

Superintendent - Residential Construction

  • Truckee, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Truckee, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Superintendent - Residential Construction (Truckee) Mt. Lincoln Construction, Inc. compensation: DOE employment type: job title: Superintendent Mt....

SW Project Superintendent

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 hours ago

SW Project Superintendent Location: San Diego, CA Travel throughout California is required....

Superintendent - Healthcare Construction

  • Redding, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction related field or equivalent and at least 2 years commercial construction experience....

Superintendent

  • Irvine, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Science, or Engineering or equivalent job experience required Minimum 3 years experience Additional Qualifications Team-oriented individual...

Traveling General Superintendent (United States)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field, and minimum of twenty (20) years of construction experience,...

Traveling MEP Superintendent (United States)

  • Fresno, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Participating in preconstruction efforts (e.g. constructability, logistics). Other duties, actions, and responsibilities as assigned....

Traveling General Superintendent (United States) - MSG - Data Centers

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Support Superintendent throughout the duration of the job. Review project schedules with Superintendents/Foreman....

Superintendent, Gas T&D Construction

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 1 day ago

Desired : Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Management, Construction Management, or other related discipline. Experience supervising union-represented employees....

Project Superintendent Federal Construction

  • Edwards, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Edwards, CA
  • 1 day ago

Project Superintendent Federal Construction Job Description We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Project Superintendent to lead the daily on-site construction operations for a large-scale...

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Salary for Superintendent Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Superintendents in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
27.7%
High School or GED
25.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Superintendents in California
10+ years
30.5%
2-4 years
16.9%
1-2 years
14.1%
4-6 years
12.8%
Less than 1 year
11.8%
6-8 years
8.4%
8-10 years
5.2%
None
0.3%


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