Construction Superintendent Jobs in Kentucky
Construction Superintendent jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Lexington, and Owensboro and other Kentucky metros, with employers like Jobot, Denham Blythe, and Gray Construction hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Denham-Blythe Company is a people-focused, design-build construction company committed to providing the best possible construction service in the industry. We exceed expectations in order to earn clients' trust for life. Founded in 1976, Denham-Blythe has completed over 10,000 projects to date, with 90% of our projects with repeat clients.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Denham-Blythe is searching for a Superintendent that will be responsible for all daily construction site activities; including scheduling, planning, implementing, safety, reporting, budgeting, and quality control. The Superintendent will also manage in-house resources such as tools, equipment, manpower, materials and supplies. The Superintendent will need strong communication skills to communicate effectively with clients, project managers, field crews and the design team and must have knowledge of building codes, and means & methods of general building construction.
Essential Functions
- Sets up the job site by coordinating necessary resources to ensure jobsite needs are met.
- Does building layout by coordinating field engineering needs throughout the various phases of the project.
- Responsible for ensuring that current and up-to-date drawings are being utilized by everyone onsite.
- Conducts daily quality control inspections to ensure design intent is met.
- Understands how to interpret specific details pertaining to the plans and specifications for a project.
- Manages and prepares as-built drawings.
- Responsible for coordinating the special inspections as required by Denham-Blythe or by a 3rd party.
- Responsible for site safety, security, and clean-up.
- Responsible for ensuring daily equipment inspections are performed and logged.
- Orders and coordinates deliveries to the project site in an effective manner.
- Responsible for managing daily reporting of labor and material usage.
- Conducts daily tool box talks for safety awareness.
- Assists the field engineering efforts as required for layout.
- Understands building codes and means and methods of general building construction.
- Communicates effectively with clients, project managers, field crews, and design team.
- Assists with the design detail and proposes alternate methods to design team if needed.
- Responsible for organized, concise and accurate record keeping of project installations, activities, time reporting, and recording of safety documents.
- Responsible for the documentation of safety violations and ensures they are reported to the safety director.
- Ability to be on call 24/7/365. Typically the first one to arrive to the jobsite and the last one to leave.
- Attends annual supervisor training.
- Participates in the monthly all hand safety meetings and Safety Committee.
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS
- MS Office
- Strong communication skills
- Strong attention to details
- Able to prioritize and multitask
- Must be proactive and deadline-oriented
- Ability to read and understand work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to interact effectively with customers, vendors, and employees at all levels of the organization
- Proficient in reading and understanding construction plans
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position manages all employees on the jobsite, including employees and sub-contractors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Hauls tools and small equipment to the project sites – this involves lifting, loading, and unloading from ground level up to 48” in height.
- Ability to lift 50lbs safely to 48” in height.
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders up to 30 feet. May have to stand for a long period of time and expected to walk the project site regularly throughout the day.
- Ability to pull materials weighing up to 40lbs and push objects weighing up to 90lbs.
- Must be able to operate basic equipment (backhoe, skid steer, forklift, lull, boom lift, scissor lift). Examples may be to load rock, dirt, or debris, and dump it or to use a forklift to unload materials.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 5 - 10 years of construction experience.
- One to two years of field experience, including carpentry and concrete formwork experience.
- Experience leading a team.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
JOB TYPE
Job Type: Full-time
PAY
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education
Education: High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience
Experience: Construction: 10 years (Preferred)
WORK LOCATION
Work Location: In person
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Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Construction Superintendent Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot4

- Denham Blythe4

- Gray Construction3

- Amazon2

- Dennis2

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate11
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Staffing & Recruiting4
- Manufacturing3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction superintendent jobs across Kentucky.
- 5 or more years of field superintendent experience on commercial or industrial projects
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and daily field operations independently
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms
- Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and building codes
- Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred
Construction Superintendent Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many construction superintendent jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 43+ construction superintendent openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Lexington, and Owensboro. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
How much do construction superintendents make in Kentucky?
Construction superintendents in Kentucky earn a median of about $97,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,850 for the lowest 10% to over $195,530 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Kentucky cities have the most construction superintendent jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Owensboro have the most construction superintendent openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire construction superintendents in Kentucky?
Employers hiring construction superintendents in Kentucky include Jobot, Denham Blythe, and Gray Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote construction superintendent jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 5% of construction superintendent openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for construction superintendent jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to construction superintendent jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
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