Superintendent Jobs in Michigan
Superintendent jobs in Michigan are consistently active, with demand concentrated in construction, K-12 education, and manufacturing facility management at every level from assistant superintendent through senior project and district leadership. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor the largest share of openings, where established employers like Barton Malow, Michigan State University, and Detroit Public Schools Community District maintain ongoing hiring. The most sought-after specialties are commercial construction superintendents, school district superintendents, and facilities operations superintendents. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
Build More with Your Career at Christman Constructors, Inc.
With projects throughout the Midwest, Christman Constructors, Inc. (CCI) is a great place to begin, continue or grow your career. We’re searching for the next generation of innovative minds who want to shape the world and live to build. CCI is looking for a Fireproofing General Superintendent in Michigan!
What You Will Do:
As Fireproofing General Superintendent, your primary daily responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
- Coordinates and assists in managing field operations within a region or company division.
- Reviews regional field resource needs and assign available resources to current projects.
- Projects resource needs via lookahead schedule to predict upcoming manpower requirements.
- Assists regional leadership with recruiting, hiring, and performance management of personnel as required.
- Monitors the health of every project within a region.
- Provides regular status updates of field operations to regional leadership as it relates to the team, subcontractor performance, quality control, project budgets, and schedules.
- Maintains and promotes positive relationship with partners, contractors, customers, building officials, and suppliers.
- Provides input and consultation with regional leadership regarding staffing considerations on projects as required.
- Provides expert technical support to partners as required to determine constructability, schedule, means and methods, and to resolve any related issues.
- Assists the estimating and procurement teams by reviewing documents for manpower productivity, constructability, phasing options, scheduling, temporary protection requirements, site logistics, and other field construction issues.
- Contributes to the development of and maintenance of updated general instructions, procedures, and guidelines for field construction methods utilizing current industry and company practices.
- Assists project teams with review of specifications and other bid documents to ensure compliance with technical and code requirements.
- Participates in constructability reviews of project documents to help determine the most cost effective and schedule efficient method of construction.
- Assists in resolving site operations issues (lack of productivity, sequencing of trades, responsiveness of subcontractors, internal staffing issues, investigation into client call backs for work deficiencies) as required.
- Partners with Superintendents to ensure proper manpower and equipment requirements. sequencing of trades, quality of work, budget controls, adherence to project schedule, and permitting of work.
Expected Hours of Work and Travel: Full time position. Extended hours and weekends may apply. Travel to and from the construction site is required; majority of the work will be done at the site. Most of the travel will be local, but some long-distance and overnight travel may be required depending on the project.
Required Education and Experience
- High School Diploma.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in commercial construction, including at least 10 years of experience in a supervisory role.
- -or- Equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.
- Must have successfully performed the role of a Christman Superintendent for a minimum of 3 to 5 years with proven experience leading other superintendents and project team(s) and a minimum of 5 years total experience as a Senior Superintendent in the commercial construction industry.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Trade related training and experience
- Ten (10) years of work experience in commercial construction in a Project Superintendent role.
The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.As part of our company policy, this position requires successful completion of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug and background screening.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.
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Superintendent Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jobot17

- Barton Malow Company9

- The Christman Company6

- Gilbane5

- Rockford5

Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting17
- Construction & Real Estate13
- Energy1
- Automotive1
- Manufacturing1
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in superintendent jobs across Michigan.
- Valid Michigan superintendent certification issued by the Michigan Department of Education for district roles
- Bachelor's or master's degree in education administration, construction management, or a related field
- Proven experience leading large-scale construction projects or school district operations in Michigan
- Proficiency with project scheduling software such as Procore, Primavera, or equivalent platforms
- Strong knowledge of Michigan building codes, OSHA standards, and district compliance requirements
- Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, union labor agreements, and multi-site field teams
Superintendent Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a superintendent in Michigan?
The path depends on which type of superintendent role you are pursuing. For K-12 school district superintendents, Michigan requires a valid superintendent certificate issued through the Michigan Department of Education, which requires a master's degree and completion of an approved administrator preparation program. For construction superintendents, there is no state license, but employers typically require a combination of field experience, a construction management degree, and familiarity with Michigan building codes.
How much do superintendents make in Michigan?
Superintendents in Michigan earn a median of about $104,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,340 for the lowest 10% to over $134,430 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire superintendents in Michigan?
Employers hiring superintendents in Michigan right now include Jobot, Barton Malow Company, and The Christman Company, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's concentration of K-12 districts, large construction contractors, and major manufacturing campuses means consistent openings at both the district and project level across the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most superintendent jobs?
The Michigan cities with the most superintendent openings are Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Auburn Hills. Detroit leads because of its large school district and dense concentration of commercial construction activity, while Grand Rapids reflects strong regional construction growth and several mid-size districts, and Lansing draws openings from state government facilities, Michigan State University, and surrounding suburban districts.
Are there remote superintendent jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they are rare. Superintendent work is largely site-dependent, whether managing a school district or overseeing a construction project, which limits remote arrangements. About 10% of superintendent openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve district-level administrative functions or preconstruction planning rather than active field supervision.
How can I get hired as a superintendent in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is an assistant superintendent or field engineer role, which large Michigan contractors like Barton Malow and Turner Construction regularly hire for as a stepping stone to full superintendent responsibility. For education, Michigan school districts hire assistant superintendents and building principals who then advance through district leadership. Completing a Michigan Department of Education-approved administrator preparation program or earning an OSHA 30 certification strengthens early applications considerably.
Where can I find and apply to superintendent jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to superintendent jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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