Superintendent Jobs in Alabama
Superintendent jobs in Alabama are concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile, where school systems, construction firms, and industrial operators maintain steady hiring pipelines across leadership levels. Major employers with lasting Alabama footprints include the Jefferson County School System, the City of Huntsville, and Brasfield and Gorrie, all of which regularly recruit superintendents across facilities, construction, and district administration. The most in-demand specialties are construction project superintendent, school district superintendent, and facilities operations superintendent. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.
D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Superintendent. The right candidates primary responsibility is to manage all functions of the job site as it relates to home construction while providing excellent customer service. Manage the construction of multiple homes from permit to closing by scheduling and supervising job site subcontractors, homeowner walk-throughs, and inspections while maintaining company construction and safety standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Manage the construction schedule and ensure the highest quality product is delivered on time and within budget
- Schedule all involved subcontractors for each phase of construction and evaluate the quality and efficiency of their work to ensure work complies with local, state and federal building code requirements and company standards of workmanship
- Complete each home site on schedule from planning through occupancy, ensuring all contract obligations are satisfied
- Inspect and determine subcontractor’s workmanship and product quality is completed on time and within defined scope of work. Halt any work that is not satisfactory or noncompliant with plans, specifications, or applicable code
- Authorize payment of subcontractors when all standards are met and upon thorough inspection of work completed and for materials received
- Manage the customer experience throughout the entire construction process. Recognize and enforce quality standards through daily inspection of homes under construction. Conduct homeowner orientation and walks, provide regular communications regarding progress and address concerns
- Monitor community cleanliness and ensure the community and worksite is clean, orderly and visually appealing during construction
- Manage the post-close process for warranty. Assess warranty requests, determine course of action, schedule subcontractors, and manage quality assurance
- Follow up with homeowners to ensure concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner
- Maintain a current working knowledge of all applicable building codes
- Work closely with the sales, customer warranty, and management team to ensure open communication on all matters; develop a strong environment conducive to proactive resolution of issues and strong commitment to producing a quality product
- Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
- Ability to work additional hours as necessary to meet business needs
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Two to four years related experience
- Ability to manage and complete the “13 Milestones of Construction” specified in JDE
- Must have a vehicle capable of carrying supplies, valid driver’s license and be willing to drive among designated communities in daytime and nighttime
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and knowledge of all phases of new homes construction
- General knowledge of municipal permitting, regulations and building codes
- Ability to converse with customers, all levels of management and personnel
- Superb interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction
- Ability to control cost overruns and manage a budget
- Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral form or via DRH Construction applications
- Proficiency with MS Office and email
- Ability to stand and walk for 4 hours straight or up to a full 8-hour day; sit for extended periods; kneel and bend at the waist; climb, balance and stoop, crouch or crawl; walk up and down stairs; walk on unlevel terrain; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and peripheral vision
- Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places and risk of electrical shock
- The noise level is generally loud.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college a plus
- Work effectively in a high pressure and high production environment
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Dental and Vision- 401(K)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
- Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo
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What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across Alabama.
- Active Alabama Superintendent Certificate issued by the Alabama State Department of Education for district roles
- Bachelor's or master's degree in education administration, construction management, or a related field
- Proven experience managing large-scale projects, facilities, or academic programs from planning through completion
- Strong knowledge of Alabama building codes, safety regulations, or school board compliance requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and coordinate across contractors, vendors, or instructional staff
- Proficiency with project management software, budget oversight tools, or school district reporting systems
Superintendent Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a superintendent in Alabama?
The path depends on the sector. For K-12 district superintendent roles, Alabama requires an Alabama Class AA or AAA Superintendent Certificate issued through the Alabama State Department of Education, which requires a master's degree, administrative experience, and passage of relevant Praxis exams. For construction or facilities superintendent roles, there is no state license required, but employers expect a degree in construction management or a related field plus substantial field leadership experience.
How much do superintendents make in Alabama?
Superintendents in Alabama earn a median of about $97,480 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,150 for the lowest 10% to over $123,070 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire superintendents in Alabama?
Alabama superintendent roles are posted by Brasfield & Gorrie, Quanta Services, and Jobot and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Alabama's mix of large public school systems, industrial construction firms, and government facilities creates consistent demand across both education and project management sectors.
Which Alabama cities have the most superintendent jobs?
Birmingham, Huntsville, and Montgomery have the most superintendent openings in Alabama. Birmingham drives volume through its large school district and active commercial construction market, Huntsville reflects growth tied to defense contractors and the aerospace industry, and Mobile's port-related industrial expansion and public school system add steady openings in the southern part of the state.
Are there remote superintendent jobs in Alabama?
Yes, but they're rare. About 22% of superintendent openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-based nature of most superintendent roles in construction and facilities. Administrative or district-level functions such as curriculum oversight or budget planning are the most likely to allow partial remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a superintendent in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an assistant principal or assistant superintendent role within a large Alabama school system, such as the Birmingham City Schools or Madison City Schools, which promote internally from their principal pipelines. In construction, starting as a project manager or field supervisor at firms like Hoar Construction gives hands-on experience that transitions into superintendent responsibility. Earning the Alabama Class AA Administrative Certificate early strengthens candidacy for education roles significantly.
Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Alabama employers. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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