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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Heavy Civil Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 23 hours ago

The superintendent will manage daily field operations, coordinate crews and subcontractors, ensure safety compliance, and maintain project schedules and quality standards....

Construction Superintendent

  • Claymont, DE (18 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Claymont, DE (18 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

They care deeply about providing high quality service to each client and are looking for that Superintendent to be client facing as well as have a thorough knowledge in commercial construction processes...

Superintendent - Commercial Construction

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

SuperintendentCommercial Construction Are you a construction leader who thrives on the job site and takes pride in delivering high-quality projects?...

Construction Superintendent

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

They care deeply about providing high quality service to each client and are looking for that Superintendent to be client facing as well as have a thorough knowledge in commercial construction processes...

Construction Superintendent

  • Conshohocken, PA (11 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (11 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Preferred Experience : Bluebeam Revu and Procore Leadership: Effectively guide and motivate on-site teams to ensure timely and quality project completion....

Superintendent II - Multifamily/Student Housing Construction

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 8 days ago

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, Architecture, Business Administration or relevant major preferred....

General Superintendent

  • Ardmore, PA (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ardmore, PA (7 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details: My client seeks a General Superintendent for a long term, multi-million dollar project in the Upstate New York area. They are actively seeking a highly skilled General Superintendent....

Construction Traveling Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 8 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least 7 years of experience supervising all phases of ground up commercial construction projects with a general contractor....

Construction Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 11 days ago

They care deeply about providing high quality service to each client and are looking for that Superintendent to be client facing as well as have a thorough knowledge in commercial construction processes...

Onsite Superintendent

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

Job Requirements: Construction Management / Superintendent experience background (2 years minimum). 2+ years of proven leadership or supervisory role....

Construction Superintendent

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 15 days ago

Job Requirements: To be successful in this role, you must have at least 3-5 years of experience in on-site construction management, along with post high school education or equivalent in the construction...

Superintendent of Transmission and Distribution (T&D)

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Superintendent of Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Wilmington, DE, USA Company Description A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the...

Construction Superintendent - Healthcare

  • Conshohocken, PA (11 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Conshohocken, PA (11 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 15 days ago

They directly supervises field labor forces and Assistant Superintendents....

Construction Superintendent

  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 17 days ago

As a Superintendent you will supervise, instruct, and assist various skilled and unskilled team members....

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
27.8%
High School or GED
25.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
Associate's Degree
12.7%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
0.9%
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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