General Superintendent Jobs in North Carolina

General Superintendent jobs in North Carolina are active across commercial construction, industrial development, and infrastructure, with demand at every level from experienced field supervisors stepping into their first superintendent role to senior leaders overseeing multi-site projects. Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Triad cities of Greensboro and Winston-Salem anchor most of the hiring, where firms like Brasfield and Gorrie, Rodgers Builders, and Holder Construction maintain steady North Carolina operations. The most in-demand specialties are healthcare facility construction, mixed-use development, and heavy civil infrastructure tied to the state's ongoing highway and transit investment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerGilbane
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring6
Work type57% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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General Superintendent
WSM Precision Sitework
Navassa, North Carolina
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$70k.76 - $85k.51/yr
On-Site

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MODERN CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
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MODERN CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
Matthews, North Carolina
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Hybrid
CPR Certification

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DPR Construction
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DPR Construction
Charlotte, North Carolina
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
CPR Certification
10,000+

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JE Dunn Construction
General Superintendent- Mission Critical
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JE Dunn Construction
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General Superintendent- Mission Critical
JE Dunn Construction
Charlotte, North Carolina
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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General Superintendent
MSS Solutions
Charlotte, North Carolina
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
501-1,000

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General Superintendent Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Charlotte
8 jobs
Raleigh
3 jobs
Warne
1 job
Concord
1 job
Navassa
1 job
Matthews
1 job

General Superintendent Job Market in North Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

Gilbane
Gilbane2 open roles
Lithko Contracting
Lithko Contracting2 open roles
JE Dunn Construction
JE Dunn Construction2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Manufacturing
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in general superintendent jobs across North Carolina.

  • Active North Carolina General Contractor license or work under a licensed qualifying agent
  • Ten or more years of commercial or industrial construction field experience
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, schedules, and on-site safety programs
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore or Primavera P6
  • OSHA 30-hour construction certification required or strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred

General Superintendent Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a general superintendent in North Carolina?

Most general superintendents in North Carolina work their way up through field roles such as carpenter, foreman, or assistant superintendent before taking on full site leadership. North Carolina does not license general superintendents directly, but employers expect candidates to work under or alongside a North Carolina Licensed General Contractor. A degree in construction management helps, and OSHA certification is a near-universal requirement at larger firms.

How much do general superintendents make in North Carolina?

General superintendents in North Carolina earn a median of about $106,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,960 for the lowest 10% to over $176,690 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire general superintendents in North Carolina?

Employers hiring general superintendents in North Carolina right now include Gilbane, Lithko Contracting, and JE Dunn Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's sustained commercial development and healthcare construction activity keeps demand from large regional and national contractors consistently strong throughout the year.

Which North Carolina cities have the most general superintendent jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and North Carolina have the most general superintendent openings in North Carolina. Charlotte drives volume through its commercial real estate and corporate campus development, Raleigh and Durham benefit from Research Triangle life sciences and mixed-use growth, and the Triad cities of Greensboro and Winston-Salem support steady industrial and institutional construction that keeps superintendent demand active beyond the largest metros.

Are there remote general superintendent jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. General superintendents are on-site leaders by nature, and most roles require daily physical presence to manage crews, subcontractors, and safety compliance. About 43% of general superintendent openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be pre-construction planning or multi-site oversight roles where travel substitutes for a fixed job site.

How can I get hired as a general superintendent in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as an assistant superintendent or project engineer at a mid-size commercial contractor in Charlotte or Raleigh, where firms regularly bring on candidates with a construction management degree and promote from within. Rodgers Builders and other Charlotte-based contractors run structured field leadership programs. Earning an OSHA 30 certification before applying, and gaining Procore experience through a project coordinator or field engineer role, gives early-career candidates a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to general superintendent jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to general superintendent jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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