Project Superintendent Jobs in Texas
Project Superintendent jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, driven by sustained construction booms in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors at every level from field superintendent to senior project lead. The largest concentrations of openings are in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where employers like Turner Construction, Hensel Phelps, and Fluor Corporation maintain deep regional operations. The most in-demand specialties are industrial and heavy civil construction, healthcare facility builds, and large-scale commercial ground-up projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION SUMMARY
- Assist in implementation of project-specific safety and accident prevention programs and maintain safe work areas through regular job-site inspections
- Lead McCarthy’s Task Hazard Analysis (THA) process and implement all safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
- Maintain thorough understanding of project schedule and budget, enforcing plans and motivating employees to follow through
- Assist project superintendent in locating/onboarding manpower, developing/implementing project plans and maintaining current contract documents
- Schedule and manage multiple crews performing various tasks across the project site
- Allocate resources, plan activities, review work and manage consumables/equipment, including compiling a comprehensive bill of materials and coordinating deliveries
- Comprehend contract drawings/specifications and communicate with owners, inspectors and other trades
- Create isometric drawings and assist project engineers in the shop drawing/submittal process
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in implementation of project-specific safety and accident prevention programs and maintain safe work areas through regular job-site inspections
- Lead McCarthy’s Task Hazard Analysis (THA) process and implement all safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
- Maintain thorough understanding of project schedule and budget, enforcing plans and motivating employees to follow through
- Assist project superintendent in locating/onboarding manpower, developing/implementing project plans and maintaining current contract documents
- Schedule and manage multiple crews performing various tasks across the project site
- Allocate resources, plan activities, review work and manage consumables/equipment, including compiling a comprehensive bill of materials and coordinating deliveries
- Comprehend contract drawings/specifications and communicate with owners, inspectors and other trades
- Create isometric drawings and assist project engineers in the shop drawing/submittal process
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in highly complex water or industrial construction projects
- Self-perform experience is strongly desired
- Ability to work in a large team environment with a problem-solving, project-first mentality
- Determination to take control and achieve results in identifying issues, reaching resolution and communicating with all team members to ensure work is installed properly the first time
- Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region is preferred
McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS: McCarthy’s Talent Acquisition Team is the only authorized representative permitted to engage with external search firms, staffing agencies, or other third-party recruiting partners. McCarthy maintains an Approved Agency List for recruiting partners, which is reviewed and updated annually.
McCarthy will only consider submissions from agencies with a signed fee agreement in place for the current year. McCarthy does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate submissions, or referrals from agencies that do not meet these requirements.
If a candidate is submitted without an active agreement, McCarthy will have no obligation to pay any fees and reserves the right to contact, engage, interview, or hire such candidate(s) without any financial or other responsibility to the submitting agency. Unsolicited resumes, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be considered the property of McCarthy.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
POSITION SUMMARY
- Assist in implementation of project-specific safety and accident prevention programs and maintain safe work areas through regular job-site inspections
- Lead McCarthy’s Task Hazard Analysis (THA) process and implement all safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
- Maintain thorough understanding of project schedule and budget, enforcing plans and motivating employees to follow through
- Assist project superintendent in locating/onboarding manpower, developing/implementing project plans and maintaining current contract documents
- Schedule and manage multiple crews performing various tasks across the project site
- Allocate resources, plan activities, review work and manage consumables/equipment, including compiling a comprehensive bill of materials and coordinating deliveries
- Comprehend contract drawings/specifications and communicate with owners, inspectors and other trades
- Create isometric drawings and assist project engineers in the shop drawing/submittal process
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in implementation of project-specific safety and accident prevention programs and maintain safe work areas through regular job-site inspections
- Lead McCarthy’s Task Hazard Analysis (THA) process and implement all safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs
- Maintain thorough understanding of project schedule and budget, enforcing plans and motivating employees to follow through
- Assist project superintendent in locating/onboarding manpower, developing/implementing project plans and maintaining current contract documents
- Schedule and manage multiple crews performing various tasks across the project site
- Allocate resources, plan activities, review work and manage consumables/equipment, including compiling a comprehensive bill of materials and coordinating deliveries
- Comprehend contract drawings/specifications and communicate with owners, inspectors and other trades
- Create isometric drawings and assist project engineers in the shop drawing/submittal process
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in highly complex water or industrial construction projects
- Self-perform experience is strongly desired
- Ability to work in a large team environment with a problem-solving, project-first mentality
- Determination to take control and achieve results in identifying issues, reaching resolution and communicating with all team members to ensure work is installed properly the first time
- Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region is preferred
McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS: McCarthy’s Talent Acquisition Team is the only authorized representative permitted to engage with external search firms, staffing agencies, or other third-party recruiting partners. McCarthy maintains an Approved Agency List for recruiting partners, which is reviewed and updated annually.
McCarthy will only consider submissions from agencies with a signed fee agreement in place for the current year. McCarthy does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate submissions, or referrals from agencies that do not meet these requirements.
If a candidate is submitted without an active agreement, McCarthy will have no obligation to pay any fees and reserves the right to contact, engage, interview, or hire such candidate(s) without any financial or other responsibility to the submitting agency. Unsolicited resumes, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be considered the property of McCarthy.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project superintendent jobs across Texas.
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required or strongly preferred by most Texas employers
- Minimum five years of field construction experience managing subcontractors and site operations
- Demonstrated experience with commercial or industrial ground-up projects from foundation to closeout
- Proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Experience reading and enforcing plans, specifications, and contract documents on large job sites
- Strong working knowledge of Texas building codes and local municipal inspection processes
Project Superintendent Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project superintendent in Texas?
Most project superintendents in Texas enter through field trades or construction management degrees and work up through foreman and assistant superintendent roles before stepping into full site leadership. Texas does not issue a state license specific to the project superintendent title, but most employers require an OSHA 30-Hour Construction card and, for certain public or commercial projects, a Texas contractor's license held by the company of record. A degree from a Texas A&M, UT Austin, or Texas Tech construction science program is a common credential that accelerates the path.
How much do project superintendents make in Texas?
Project superintendents in Texas earn a median of about $101,470 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,040 for the lowest 10% to over $166,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project superintendents in Texas?
Employers hiring project superintendents in Texas right now include Sundt, Posillico, and Turner Construction Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's volume of large healthcare, energy, and mixed-use commercial projects keeps demand steady across both national general contractors and regional specialty firms headquartered in Houston and Dallas.
Which Texas cities have the most project superintendent jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most project superintendent openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its concentration of industrial, petrochemical, and healthcare construction, Dallas follows with a high volume of commercial and mixed-use ground-up work, and San Antonio's steady military base, healthcare campus, and infrastructure pipeline keeps its market consistently active.
Are there remote project superintendent jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Project superintendents are responsible for day-to-day site operations and safety, which requires a physical presence on the job site. About 14% of project superintendent openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles are almost exclusively pre-construction planning positions or owner's representative roles that do not carry direct field oversight responsibility.
How can I get hired as a project superintendent in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a field laborer or trades apprenticeship role with a large Texas general contractor, where you build site knowledge before moving into foreman and then assistant superintendent positions. Turner Construction, McCarthy Building Companies, and Austin Industries all operate structured field development programs out of their Texas offices. Earning an OSHA 10-Hour card and a construction management certificate from a Texas community college gives candidates a tangible edge when applying for entry-level field coordinator or assistant superintendent openings.
Where can I find and apply to project superintendent jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to project superintendent jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly through each listing.
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