Superintendent Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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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Traveling Superintendent - Multifamily

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 hours ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management (or related field) desired but not required 4+ years of commercial construction experience as a Superintendent Experience...

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MEP Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Role We Want You For As an MEP Superintendent, you will be based on the construction project site and will be responsible for field operations and onsite construction management of design-build...

MEP Superintendent - Philadelphia Business Unit 2025

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings...

Superintendent - Philadelphia Business Unit

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 3 days ago

Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings...

Superintendent 1 - 75% Travel Based Role - Philadelphia, PA

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

Dean standards, including Change Orders, RFIs, Detailed Daily Reports, and ensure proper documentation return to site QC representatives....

Construction Site Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

management, or a related technical field or equivalent experience as a construction site superintendent for large industrial or manufacturing structures Our culture and commitment to our people is...

Traveling Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 12 days ago

a thorough knowledge in commercial construction processes....

Maintenance Superintendent

  • Voorhees, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Voorhees, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 13 days ago

The Maintenance Superintendent is responsible, under the direction of the Community Manager or Maintenance Manager, for the overall maintenance of one or more sites....

Superintendent - Construction

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 17 days ago

SuperintendentCommercial Construction Are you an experienced Superintendent who thrives in the field and delivers top-tier results?...

Traveling Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 20 days ago

DBK offers delivery methods that are tailored to meet the client's needs, including Design-Build, Construction Management, and General Contracting....

Superintendent - Heavy Civil

  • Newtown, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Newtown, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Position Overview: PKF-Mark III, Inc. is in search of heavy Civil Superintendents with 5+ years' experience as a superintendent, capable of supervising multiple field crews and subcontractors with regards...

Superintendent - General Construction

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 21 days ago

Solid, proven and verifiable record of career stability and superintendent success a must....

Traveling Superintendent - High Rise

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 27 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 27 days ago

BS in Construction Management or similar degree program is a plus Proficiency with safety procedures Extensive managerial and people skills Materials procurement Supervision of self-performed work...

Lead Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 27 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 27 days ago

A leading General Contractor—with over 50 years of success in Construction Management, Design/Build, and General Contracting—is searching for a Lead Superintendent to oversee and drive projects...

Superintendent - Montgomery County

  • Eagleville, PA (17 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eagleville, PA (17 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Superintendent-IS....

Demographic Data for Philadelphia, PA

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Salary for Superintendent Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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 Philadelphia, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
27.7%
High School or GED
25.6%
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 Philadelphia, PA
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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