Construction Superintendent Jobs in Michigan

Construction Superintendent jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, with steady hiring concentrated in commercial construction, industrial facility builds, automotive plant expansions, and large-scale infrastructure projects across every experience level from assistant superintendent through senior project leader. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor the busiest hiring markets, where established firms like Barton Malow, Walbridge, and Turner Construction maintain deep project pipelines and consistent superintendent needs. Residential and mixed-use development in West Michigan and healthcare facility construction statewide are among the most active specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerJobot
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring25
Work type100% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Superintendent I - Construction
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Superintendent I - Construction
Woda Cooper Companies, Inc.
Monroe, Michigan
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
501-1,000

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Traveling Construction Superintendent
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Traveling Construction Superintendent
Wikota Excavation Solutions
Falmouth, Michigan
Construction Management
Project Management
Skilled Trades
$50 - $68/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Assistant Superintendent - Data Center Construction (2nd Shift)
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Assistant Superintendent - Data Center Construction (2nd Shift)
Align
Ann Arbor, Michigan
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site

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Traveling Construction Superintendent
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Traveling Construction Superintendent
Newco Design Build
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
$70k - $80k/yr

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Construction Laborer / Superintendent Trainee
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Construction Laborer / Superintendent Trainee
Custom Homes by Derocher, Inc.
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
$18 - $28/hr
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Construction Superintendent Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Detroit
7 jobs
Grand Rapids
5 jobs
Lansing
4 jobs
Ann Arbor
3 jobs
Auburn Hills
3 jobs
Flint
2 jobs
Okemos
2 jobs
Traverse City
2 jobs
Novi
1 job

Construction Superintendent Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Jobot12
  • Clark Construction Company5
  • Spence Brothers3
  • Rockford2
  • Barton Malow Company2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction superintendent jobs across Michigan.

  • Active OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or recognized by Michigan employers
  • Minimum five to ten years of field construction experience in a supervisory capacity
  • Proven ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and site safety on Michigan projects
  • Proficiency in construction management software such as Procore, Primavera, or Bluebeam
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • Strong knowledge of Michigan building codes, local permit processes, and inspection requirements

Construction Superintendent Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction superintendent in Michigan?

Most construction superintendents in Michigan move up through the trades or field management ranks, starting as a laborer, foreman, or project engineer before stepping into a superintendent role. Michigan does not require a state-issued superintendent license, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold an OSHA certification and, for public or commercial projects, a Construction Manager credential through recognized professional bodies. A degree in construction management from a Michigan university or community college program strengthens your candidacy considerably.

How much do construction superintendents make in Michigan?

Construction superintendents in Michigan earn a median of about $103,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,830 for the lowest 10% to over $171,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire construction superintendents in Michigan?

Employers hiring construction superintendents in Michigan right now include Jobot, Clark Construction Company, and Spence Brothers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's concentration of automotive campus expansions, hospital system construction, and mixed-use urban redevelopment in Detroit and Grand Rapids means large general contractors and specialty subcontractors both post superintendent openings on a rolling basis.

Which Michigan cities have the most construction superintendent jobs?

Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing consistently post the most construction superintendent openings in Michigan. Detroit leads due to large-scale commercial redevelopment, automotive facility work, and hospital expansions, while Grand Rapids benefits from a thriving manufacturing and healthcare construction sector, and Lansing sees steady public infrastructure and state facility project activity that keeps superintendent demand high in the capital region.

Are there remote construction superintendent jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction superintendents are expected to be on-site daily to manage crews, coordinate inspections, and oversee safety, which makes the role fundamentally field-based. About 0% of construction superintendent openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be preconstruction planning or owner's representative positions rather than active site management roles.

How can I get hired as a construction superintendent in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an assistant superintendent or field engineer role at a large general contractor operating in Michigan, such as Barton Malow or Walbridge, both of which recruit graduating construction management students into structured field leadership programs. Lateral moves from project engineer, estimator, or trade foreman positions are common and respected by Michigan hiring managers. Earning your OSHA certification and gaining hands-on site exposure through internships at Michigan firms will give your application a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to construction superintendent jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to construction superintendent jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.

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