Superintendent Jobs in Iowa

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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Solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, and Asta is preferred. Training will be provided on company standards....

Solid systems experience with Procore, JDE, and Asta is preferred. Training will be provided on company standards....

Electrical E&I Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 hours ago

Electrical E&I Superintendent Job Responsibilities: Oversee electrical and instrumentation aspects of mission-critical data center projects....

Superintendent-Mission Critical

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 hours ago

Commercial construction experience must include control and supervision of large groups of craftspeople. Good written and oral communication....

Commercial Roofing Project Supervisor Service & Maintenance

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 8 hours ago

To apply for this position, click "Apply Now" and follow the prompts on your screen. BONUS!! D. C. Taylor Co. offers a $500 referral bonus! Please make sure to tell us how you heard about this...

Traveling Superintendent - Data Center

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 hours ago

Superintendent - Hyperscale Data Center Join our team to lead a $500 million Hyperscale Data Center project!...

Superintendent - Industrial - Traveling

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a traveling Superintendent to join our national industrial sector team!...

Maintenance Superintendent

  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • 1 day ago

Gpac is working with a family-owned food processor that is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for one of their Northcentral Iowa facilities....

Electrical Superintendent

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 1 day ago

Electrical Superintendent Mission Critical Data Center *PER DIEM IS AVAILABLE* Description: We are seeking an Electrical Superintendent with a strong focus on electrical and instrumentation for mission-critical...

Electrical E&I Superintendent (Ankeny, Iowa)

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 1 day ago

Ensure field change orders are executed. - Oversee craft supervision and project staffing as required. - Provide oversight of project site material and tool management. - Responsible for the daily field...

Senior Superintendent - UIC Sanatu

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Ability to be responsible for supervision, direction and safety of work crews in all aspects of commercial construction....

Utilities Superintendent - Wastewater

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 3 days ago

The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for Utilities Superintendent - Wastewater....

Superintendent - Traveling

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a traveling Superintendent to join our team in Cedar Rapids!...

Maintenance Superintendent

  • Iowa Falls, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Iowa Falls, IA
  • 8 days ago

Gpac is working with a family-owned food processor that is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for one of their Northcentral Iowa facilities....

Maintenance Superintendent

  • Charles City, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Charles City, IA
  • 8 days ago

Gpac is working with a family-owned food processor that is seeking a Maintenance Superintendent for one of their Northcentral Iowa facilities....

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Superintendent Jobs in Iowa

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Superintendent positions.



Highest Education Level

Superintendents in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
27.7%
High School or GED
25.7%
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 Iowa
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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