Superintendent Jobs in Idaho
Superintendent jobs in Idaho concentrate in construction, K-12 public education, and mining, with demand spread across project leadership and district administration at every level from assistant superintendent to district head. Boise, Idaho Falls, and Nampa are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Boise School District, Knife River Corporation, and Acuity International. The most sought-after specialties are commercial construction superintendents, educational leadership, and industrial site management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Traveling Superintendent – Healthcare Group
This position operates nationally and requires full-time travel and/or relocation to the project site. If you’re unable to travel, please consider applying for a role that aligns more closely with your needs.
Summary
The Superintendent is responsible for the daily operation of a job site, including scheduling, production, procurement of materials, manpower, equipment, quality, and safety. Supervises all direct labor positions on the assigned project. Manages and oversees any contracted work on the site to ensure successful project completion.
Duties
· Champions “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
· Ensures that “Constructing with Integrity” is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
· Works well with Layton’s “Two in the Box” theory working well with your counterpart (Project Manager) to ensure successful project delivery and to strengthen client relationship.
· Studies contract documents to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction, based on knowledge of available tools and equipment and various building methods.
· Interacts with the Project Manager to determine the project schedule; develops and utilizes “look ahead” schedules to assess progress and spot upcoming issues.
· Coordinates the pre-construction/pre-mob meetings with the Project Manager prior to mobilization.
· Directs procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules.
· Ensures all parties involved with the project are informed of construction issues and progress: (1) meets with and directs supervisory personnel engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays; (2) meets regularly with craft personnel to update them on construction issues and to gather input for solutions; (3) meets with subcontractors prior to the sub’s mobilization to review scope of work and schedule; also, advises subs prior to each phase of work on schedule and phasing requirements; and (4) meets regularly with clients to update them on the project’s progress.
· Works with supervisory personnel and labor representatives to resolve complaints and grievances within the project work force.
· Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and/or inspectors and suppliers of tools and materials to resolve construction problems and to improve construction methods.
· Inspects work in progress to ensure that work conforms to specifications, construction schedules, and quality standards.
· Works in conjunction with project manager in preparing the Project Management Plan (PMP)
· Ensures that company policies, such as safety policies, quality standards, equal opportunity, and others, are implemented consistently.
· Ensures daily reports, leading indicators, CAP checklists, weekly focus walk and subcontractor’s reporting are completed each week.
· Leads morning huddle for safety and coordination.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
· 5+ years of experience in ground-up Healthcare projects, specifically projects that are $100M+ preferred.
· Understands and applies building codes and other design requirements correctly and reads blueprints accurately.
· Administrative skills: monitors the progress and coordination of work activities; keeps other members of the organization informed of progress and problems.
· Management skills: establishes techniques to effectively and proactively monitor and supervise the work of subordinates, follows up on the results of delegated assignments, and is a team player that works well with other people; takes time to help co-workers, customers, subcontractors and others achieve their goals and assignments.
· Problem-solving ability: finds and uses relationships between data from different sources to formulate alternative solutions.
· Plans effectively: establishes courses of action for self and for others; allocates resources and assigns personnel; uses time efficiently; is personally well-organized.
· Shows initiative: actively tries to influence events to achieve goals, works well with minimal supervision, strives to achieve goals beyond minimal levels of performance.
· Knowledge and use of CMiC preferred.
Benefits: Layton offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
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Where Idaho roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Superintendent Job Market in Idaho
A snapshot from current Idaho openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Hoffman Construction Company12

- LotusWorks4

- Ledcor3

- Peter Lucas Project Management3

- Loenbro2

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate10
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Science & Research2
- Education1
- Hospitality & Tourism1
What Idaho Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across Idaho.
- Active Idaho administrator certificate or equivalent state-recognized credential for educational roles
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, education administration, or a related field
- Five or more years of direct supervisory or project management experience in the relevant sector
- Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, budgets, and project schedules from start to finish
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore or Primavera for field roles
- Strong knowledge of Idaho building codes, OSHA safety standards, or Idaho Department of Education regulations
Superintendent Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a superintendent in Idaho?
The path depends on the sector. For K-12 education, the Idaho State Department of Education issues a superintendent certificate, which requires a master's degree in educational leadership and completion of an approved administrator preparation program. For construction, there is no state license required, but employers typically expect a degree in construction management or engineering paired with several years of field experience progressing through foreman and project manager roles.
How much do superintendents make in Idaho?
Superintendents in Idaho earn a median of about $101,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,290 for the lowest 10% to over $128,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire superintendents in Idaho?
Companies currently hiring superintendents in Idaho include Hoffman Construction Company, LotusWorks, and Ledcor, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Idaho's mix of growing school districts, large-scale commercial construction, and natural resource operations means hiring is spread across both the public and private sectors.
Which Idaho cities have the most superintendent jobs?
Boise, Meridian, and Eagle hold the greatest concentration of superintendent openings in Idaho. Boise drives volume as the state's largest metro with active commercial construction and a large unified school district, while Idaho Falls and surrounding eastern Idaho communities generate consistent demand through regional school systems and industrial project work tied to the energy and mining sectors.
Are there remote superintendent jobs in Idaho?
Yes, but they're rare. Superintendent roles are predominantly hands-on and site-dependent, whether overseeing a construction project or leading a school district. About 3% of superintendent openings tied to Idaho are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to involve oversight, reporting, or program coordination functions that don't require daily physical presence on site.
How can I get hired as a superintendent in Idaho with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path for construction is starting as a field engineer or assistant superintendent with mid-size Idaho contractors, where hands-on exposure to scheduling and subcontractor coordination builds a qualifying record quickly. For education, apply as an assistant principal or curriculum coordinator within Idaho's larger districts, such as West Ada or Pocatello-Chubbuck, and pursue Idaho's administrator preparation programs at Boise State University or the University of Idaho to earn the required certificate.
Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in Idaho?
You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in Idaho on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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