Superintendent Jobs in California
Superintendent jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in construction, K-12 public education, and large-scale facilities management across a seniority range from assistant superintendent through district or division superintendent. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento account for the largest share of openings, anchored by major employers such as the Los Angeles Unified School District, Turner Construction, and Sutter Health. The most in-demand specialties include construction project oversight, educational leadership, and utilities infrastructure management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
DPR Construction is seeking superintendent with at least 5 years of commercial construction experience. Previous experience is required within DPR’s core market projects – life sciences; healthcare; higher education; corporate office and advanced technology. Superintendents work closely with all members of the project team and supervise all craft employees. They will be responsible for the following:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee, manage, and mentor assistant superintendents.
- Create construction schedules, perform regular updates, monitor logic relationships, and insert new activities and impacts.
- Coordinate jobsite logistics and maintain relationships with neighboring occupants.
- Negotiate with authorities having jurisdiction to achieve project occupancy milestones.
- Lead DPR’s injury-free environment safety program.
- Coordinate subcontractor work scopes, scheduling, and resource-loading in conjunction with DPR’s self-perform work crews.
- Foster the development of foreman to grow into future superintendents.
- Professionally represent DPR field operations as primary interface with owner and design team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:
- Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
- Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
- Effective participation in a team environment.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Prolog or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
- 5+ years of experience as a commercial construction superintendent, preferably within DPR’s core market projects. Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required.
- A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
- This position is salaried.
COMPENSATION
- Anticipated starting pay range: $140,000.00 - $190,000.00
Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
INTRODUCTION
DPR Construction is seeking superintendent with at least 5 years of commercial construction experience. Previous experience is required within DPR’s core market projects – life sciences; healthcare; higher education; corporate office and advanced technology. Superintendents work closely with all members of the project team and supervise all craft employees. They will be responsible for the following:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee, manage, and mentor assistant superintendents.
- Create construction schedules, perform regular updates, monitor logic relationships, and insert new activities and impacts.
- Coordinate jobsite logistics and maintain relationships with neighboring occupants.
- Negotiate with authorities having jurisdiction to achieve project occupancy milestones.
- Lead DPR’s injury-free environment safety program.
- Coordinate subcontractor work scopes, scheduling, and resource-loading in conjunction with DPR’s self-perform work crews.
- Foster the development of foreman to grow into future superintendents.
- Professionally represent DPR field operations as primary interface with owner and design team.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:
- Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
- Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
- Effective participation in a team environment.
- Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Prolog or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
- 5+ years of experience as a commercial construction superintendent, preferably within DPR’s core market projects. Bachelor’s degree a plus but not required.
- A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.
- This position is salaried.
COMPENSATION
- Anticipated starting pay range: $140,000.00 - $190,000.00
Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Superintendent Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Swinerton11
- Kiewit9
- Suffolk Construction8
- Turner Construction Company8
- Balfour Beatty7
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate78
- Energy8
- Staffing & Recruiting7
- Technology & Software7
- Manufacturing5
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across California.
- Valid California administrative services credential or district-issued administrator license required
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, education, engineering, or a related field
- Minimum five years of progressive supervisory or project leadership experience
- Proficiency with California building codes, Title 24 compliance, or state education regulations
- Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with contractors, boards, or community stakeholders
Superintendent Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a superintendent in California?
The path depends on your sector. For K-12 education, California requires a valid administrative services credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, which involves a preparation program and a performance assessment. For construction, no single state license is mandated, but most employers require a California contractor's license affiliation or OSHA certification. In both sectors, candidates typically hold a master's degree and progress through assistant or associate roles before reaching superintendent level.
How much do superintendents make in California?
Superintendents in California earn a median of about $159,950 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $103,250 for the lowest 10% to over $202,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire superintendents in California?
Employers hiring superintendents in California right now include Swinerton, Kiewit, and Suffolk Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's scale of public school districts, major infrastructure projects, and healthcare systems means demand is distributed across both public agencies and large private contractors statewide.
Which California cities have the most superintendent jobs?
Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco have the most superintendent openings in California. Los Angeles dominates because of its sheer scale of construction activity and the nation's largest unified school district, while San Francisco and Sacramento reflect concentrated public-sector and commercial development demand driven by state government agencies, tech-sector buildouts, and regional healthcare expansion.
Are there remote superintendent jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Superintendent work is largely site-dependent, whether overseeing a construction project or leading a school district, which limits full remote arrangements. About 6% of superintendent openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to involve program oversight, district-level planning, or administrative coordination roles that don't require daily on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a superintendent in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an assistant superintendent or project engineer role with a large California employer. Construction firms like Webcor Builders and DPR Construction offer associate project manager programs that place candidates without field experience into structured on-the-job training. In education, many California districts hire candidates with teaching or counseling backgrounds into assistant principal roles, which serve as the typical stepping stone. Earning your California administrative services credential or an OSHA-30 certification significantly strengthens your application at this level.
Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in California?
You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across construction, education, healthcare, and facilities sectors. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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