Superintendent Jobs in Arizona
Superintendent jobs in Arizona are consistently active, with strong demand across construction, K-12 public education, and utilities, and openings at every level from assistant superintendent to district or project executive. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale are the primary hiring markets, with major employers like Whiting-Turner Contracting, Hensel Phelps, and Arizona's largest school districts driving steady volume. The most in-demand specialties are commercial construction, school district administration, and infrastructure project oversight. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Fann Contracting, Inc.
Fann Contracting, Inc. is one of Northern Arizona's leaders in heavy civil construction. Family-owned and operated for over 65 years, we pride ourselves on safety, quality, and a strong commitment to our team members and local communities. Our family-owned company specializes in mass excavation, rock handling, underground utilities, private and public infrastructure, asphalt paving, aggregate crushing, asphalt hot plant production, and much more. Our projects include public and private entities including ADOT, FHWA, BIA, city and county municipalities, private residential and commercial.
Position Summary
Fann Contracting, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Hot Asphalt Plants Superintendent to lead our asphalt production operations in throughout Arizona. In this leadership role, you will oversee three (3) mobile asphalt hot plants (Astec & CMI), ensuring maximum efficiency, strict quality control, and compliance with agency specifications. We’re looking for a solid candidate that possess deep technical expertise in mix designs and aggregate gradations, specifically for Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) and other commercial/residential asphalt types. Computerized hot plant plant operations knowledge is a must.
Location: Prescott, AZ (with statewide travel)
Salary: $90,000 – $100,000 / year + Lucrative Performance-Based Bonus
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Plant Operations: Manage and optimize the safe daily operations, production schedules, and maintenance schedules of three mobile hot mix asphalt plants.
(Astec and CMI)
- Quality & Compliance: Ensure all material production strictly adheres to mix designs, volumetric properties, and aggregate gradations.
- Agency Relations: Act as the primary technical point of contact for agency representatives, inspectors, and testing laboratories.
- Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor plant operators, ground crews, and loaders to maintain a culture of safety and high performance.
- Environmental & Safety Compliance: Ensure full operational compliance with ADEQ air quality regulations familiarity, including EPA Method 9 weekly/monthly visible emissions & opacity readings. Enforce strict adherence to MSHA regulations, OSHA regulations, and company safety policies.
Position Qualification & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience directly managing asphalt plant operations, with a proven track record of working with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) and other municipal/county entities.
- Industry Specific bachelor’s degree or equivalent: Prefer relevant civil engineering studies or extensive work history equivalent.
- Technical Mastery: Exceptional knowledge of asphalt mix designs, including Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA), Superpave, and standard Marshall mixes. Must have knowledge of computerized plant operations.
- Gradation Expertise: Complete understanding of aggregate gradations, fracturing, and blending to meet strict agency tolerances.
- Mobility: Ability to manage operations across multiple mobile plant setups and adapt to changing project requirements and locations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Environmental & Compliance: Familiarity with ADEQ Air Quality Permit requirements, Smoke School (EPA Method 9), MCAQD (Maricopa County Air Quality Department) certifications, and other environmental compliance standards.
- Quality Control: Strong background in QC testing procedures, aggregate analysis, and mix adjustments.
- Logistics & Sourcing: Proven ability in sourcing new plant and pit locations throughout Arizona to optimize production and hauling.
Benefits & Compensation
We offer a competitive base salary of $95,000 to $115,000 (excluding bonus) a competitive rewards package:
- Lucrative Performance-Based Bonus Program driven by Safety, production, and efficiency targets.
- Robust Medical, Dental, and Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Options for Vision and Short-Term Disability coverage.
- Paid time off/holidays
- Company vehicle, phone and computer
All positions at Fann Contracting are considered SAFETY SENSITIVE which generally means that these positions involve some aspect of a heightened danger requiring an employee's full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute his or her job. As such, this position is a drug-free, role that involves some aspect of a heightened danger requiring an employee's full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute his or her job.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.
About Fann Contracting, Inc.
Fann Contracting, Inc. is one of Northern Arizona's leaders in heavy civil construction. Family-owned and operated for over 65 years, we pride ourselves on safety, quality, and a strong commitment to our team members and local communities. Our family-owned company specializes in mass excavation, rock handling, underground utilities, private and public infrastructure, asphalt paving, aggregate crushing, asphalt hot plant production, and much more. Our projects include public and private entities including ADOT, FHWA, BIA, city and county municipalities, private residential and commercial.
Position Summary
Fann Contracting, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Hot Asphalt Plants Superintendent to lead our asphalt production operations in throughout Arizona. In this leadership role, you will oversee three (3) mobile asphalt hot plants (Astec & CMI), ensuring maximum efficiency, strict quality control, and compliance with agency specifications. We’re looking for a solid candidate that possess deep technical expertise in mix designs and aggregate gradations, specifically for Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) and other commercial/residential asphalt types. Computerized hot plant plant operations knowledge is a must.
Location: Prescott, AZ (with statewide travel)
Salary: $90,000 – $100,000 / year + Lucrative Performance-Based Bonus
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Plant Operations: Manage and optimize the safe daily operations, production schedules, and maintenance schedules of three mobile hot mix asphalt plants.
(Astec and CMI)
- Quality & Compliance: Ensure all material production strictly adheres to mix designs, volumetric properties, and aggregate gradations.
- Agency Relations: Act as the primary technical point of contact for agency representatives, inspectors, and testing laboratories.
- Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor plant operators, ground crews, and loaders to maintain a culture of safety and high performance.
- Environmental & Safety Compliance: Ensure full operational compliance with ADEQ air quality regulations familiarity, including EPA Method 9 weekly/monthly visible emissions & opacity readings. Enforce strict adherence to MSHA regulations, OSHA regulations, and company safety policies.
Position Qualification & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience directly managing asphalt plant operations, with a proven track record of working with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) and other municipal/county entities.
- Industry Specific bachelor’s degree or equivalent: Prefer relevant civil engineering studies or extensive work history equivalent.
- Technical Mastery: Exceptional knowledge of asphalt mix designs, including Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA), Superpave, and standard Marshall mixes. Must have knowledge of computerized plant operations.
- Gradation Expertise: Complete understanding of aggregate gradations, fracturing, and blending to meet strict agency tolerances.
- Mobility: Ability to manage operations across multiple mobile plant setups and adapt to changing project requirements and locations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Environmental & Compliance: Familiarity with ADEQ Air Quality Permit requirements, Smoke School (EPA Method 9), MCAQD (Maricopa County Air Quality Department) certifications, and other environmental compliance standards.
- Quality Control: Strong background in QC testing procedures, aggregate analysis, and mix adjustments.
- Logistics & Sourcing: Proven ability in sourcing new plant and pit locations throughout Arizona to optimize production and hauling.
Benefits & Compensation
We offer a competitive base salary of $95,000 to $115,000 (excluding bonus) a competitive rewards package:
- Lucrative Performance-Based Bonus Program driven by Safety, production, and efficiency targets.
- Robust Medical, Dental, and Life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Options for Vision and Short-Term Disability coverage.
- Paid time off/holidays
- Company vehicle, phone and computer
All positions at Fann Contracting are considered SAFETY SENSITIVE which generally means that these positions involve some aspect of a heightened danger requiring an employee's full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute his or her job. As such, this position is a drug-free, role that involves some aspect of a heightened danger requiring an employee's full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute his or her job.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona Department of Education certification or Arizona general contractor license where applicable
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, education administration, or a related field
- Five or more years of project or district leadership experience in Arizona or similar markets
- Proficiency with construction project management software such as Procore or Primavera
- Strong knowledge of Arizona building codes, zoning regulations, or state education standards
- Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, budgets, and timelines on large-scale projects
Superintendent Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a superintendent in Arizona?
The path depends on which sector you are entering. For K-12 education, Arizona requires an institutional superintendent certificate issued through the Arizona Department of Education, which demands a master's degree and verified administrative experience. For construction, Arizona contractors must hold a license through the Arizona Registrar of Contractors, and most employers also expect a degree in construction management or engineering alongside field experience. Both paths reward early specialization and Arizona-specific credentialing.
How much do superintendents make in Arizona?
Superintendents in Arizona earn a median of about $97,480 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,690 for the lowest 10% to over $128,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire superintendents in Arizona?
Employers hiring superintendents in Arizona right now include Sundt, The Walsh, and TDIndustries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's continued population growth and ongoing school infrastructure investment mean both commercial contractors and public education institutions maintain some of the most consistent superintendent hiring volumes in the Southwest.
Which Arizona cities have the most superintendent jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Tucson have the most superintendent openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its scale as the fifth-largest city in the country, anchoring both large commercial construction pipelines and the state's biggest public school districts, while Tucson and Scottsdale add volume through university expansion projects, resort and hospitality construction, and suburban district growth.
Are there remote superintendent jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Superintendent work is fundamentally site-based or district-based, requiring physical oversight of construction projects or school facilities. About 0% of superintendent openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to cover pre-construction planning, procurement oversight, or district-level administrative functions rather than active field management.
How can I get hired as a superintendent in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an assistant superintendent or project engineer role with a mid-size Arizona commercial contractor or a coordinator role within a larger school district. Companies like Hensel Phelps and Kitchell, both active in Arizona, regularly hire entry-level construction professionals and develop them internally. On the education side, Arizona districts often promote experienced principals or assistant principals into superintendent pipelines. Earning an Arizona Registrar of Contractors license or enrolling in the Arizona Department of Education's administrative certification program while in an entry role strengthens candidacy significantly.
Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across construction, education, and utilities. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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